Q.

The rate of decomposition of a certain compound In solution is first order. If the concentration of the compound is doubled, what happens to the reaction's half-life?

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a

It doubles

b

It decreases to 12 of the original value

c

It remains the same

d

It decreases to 14 of the original value

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Concentration of the compound does not affect the reaction's half-life, as a result it will remain the same.

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