Consider a complex reaction taking place in three steps with rate constants $k_1$,$k_2$,and $k_3$ respectively. The overall rate constant $k$ is given by the expression $k = \sqrt{\frac{k_1 k_3}{k_2}}$. If the activation energies of the three steps are $60$,$30$,and $10 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$ respectively,then the overall energy of activation in $kJ \ mol^{-1}$ is $..........$ $(Nearest \ integer)$

  • A
    $10$
  • B
    $30$
  • C
    $20$
  • D
    $40$

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Consider the following statements related to the temperature dependence of rate constants. Identify the correct statements:
$A.$ The Arrhenius equation holds true only for an elementary homogeneous reaction.
$B.$ The unit of $A$ is the same as that of $k$ in the Arrhenius equation.
$C.$ At a given temperature,a low activation energy means a fast reaction.
$D.$ $A$ and $E_a$ as used in the Arrhenius equation depend on temperature.
$E.$ When $E_a > RT$,$A$ and $E_a$ become interdependent.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The following equation is obtained for a first order reaction at $300 \ K$.
$\log_{10} \frac{k}{A} = 0.00174$
What is the activation energy (in $J \ mol^{-1}$) of the reaction?
$(R = 8.314 \ J \ mol^{-1} \ K^{-1})$

In a reaction,the rate of reaction doubles with a $10^\circ C$ rise in temperature. If the temperature is increased from $10^\circ C$ to $100^\circ C$,by how many times will the rate of reaction increase?

How fast is the reaction at $25\, ^\circ C$ as compared to $0\, ^\circ C$,if the activation energy is $65\, kJ/mol$?

$A$ large increase in the rate of reaction for a small increase in temperature is due to:

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