Asked by Fatimah Haadrat on May 15, 2024

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In the reaction N2 + 3 H2 → 2 NH3, the addition of nitrogen to the reaction does not speed up the reaction rate. What type of reaction can this be considered with respect to nitrogen?

A) An acid-base reaction
B) A zero-order reaction
C) A second-order reaction
D) A biphasic reaction

Zero-Order Reaction

A chemical reaction whose rate does not change with the concentration of the reactant(s).

  • Appreciate the significance of reactant concentration on the dynamics and sequencing of chemical reactions.
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Jacob LandryMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The reaction is considered a zero-order reaction with respect to nitrogen because the addition of nitrogen does not affect the rate of the reaction, indicating that the rate is independent of the concentration of nitrogen.