1 a) Water can decompose to hydrogen and water vapor at high temperatures. You're pondering a...

1 a) Water can decompose to hydrogen and water vapor at high temperatures. You're pondering a little
this and suggests the following mechanism:
?₂? → ?? + ? Ka
? + ? → ?₂ Kb
?? + ?? → ?₂?₂ Kc
?₂?₂ → ?₂ + ?₂ Kd
From this information, derive an expression of the hydrogen formation rate. Don't forget to clearly state any assumptions you make.

b) Suggest what information could be used to either support the mechanism or reject it. Don't forget to justify your suggestions.

c) You realize that the first reaction must be able to go the other way too. Would this affect yours proposed mechanism in any way? Note that you do NOT have to derive a new expression, but well motivate your answer.

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Amanda K answered 2 weeks ago

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