Question

The catalyzed reaction is first order in [ce4+] and first order in [mn2+]. which of the steps in the catalyzed mechanism is rate determining?

Answer 1

The answer is Ce^4+ (aq) + Mn^2+ (aq) ==> Ce^3+ (aq) + Mn^3+ (aq)

Step-by-step explanation:

The reaction is first order with respect to Ce^4+ and first order with respect to Mn^2+ below.

Ce^4+ (aq) + Mn^2+ (aq) ==> Ce^3+ (aq) + Mn^3+ (aq)

The rate calculation,

Ce^4+ (aq) + Mn^2+ (aq) ==> Ce^3+ (aq) + Mn^3+ (aq)

This is the catalyzed reaction.