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The rate constant of a first order reaction is \(231\times10^{-5}\ s^{-1}\). How long will 4 g of this reactant reduce to 2 g?
The rate constant of a first order reaction is \(231\times10^{-5}\ s^{-1}\). How long will 4 g of this reactant reduce to 2 g?
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For first order reactions, the time required to reduce a reactant to half is always \(t_{1/2}=\frac{0.693}{k}\).
Updated On: Apr 29, 2026
- 310 s
- 300 s
- 210 s
- 30.1 s
- 230.3 s
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The Correct Option is B
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