Answer to Question #284057 in Physical Chemistry for bell

Question

If the proposed mechanism for the reaction is:

i. I2 → 2 I fast

ii. 2 I → I2 fast

iii. H2 + 2I → 2 HI slow

(a). Identify intermediate for the reaction.

(b). Derive the rate law for the reaction.

Answer 1

I) I is the intermediate