JEE Main · 2020 · Shift-IeasyCK-006

For the equilibrium A B, the variation of the rate of the forward (a) and reverse (b) reaction with time is given by:

Chemical Kinetics · Class 12 · JEE Main Previous Year Question

Question

For the equilibrium AB\mathrm{A \rightleftharpoons B}, the variation of the rate of the forward (a) and reverse (b) reaction with time is given by: image

Options
  1. a

    Option 1

  2. b

    Option 2

  3. c

    Option 3

  4. d

    Option 4

Correct Answerb

Option 2

Detailed Solution

At the start of the reaction, the forward rate is maximum (high [A]) and the reverse rate is zero (no B present). As the reaction proceeds, [A] decreases so the forward rate decreases, while [B] increases so the reverse rate increases. At equilibrium, both rates become equal and constant.

The correct graph shows the forward rate (a) starting high and decreasing, the reverse rate (b) starting at zero and increasing, and both meeting at a constant value at equilibrium.

Answer: Option (2)

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