The rate constant is given by the equation, $K = A e^{- E a / R T}$ , which factor should register a decrease for the reaction to proceed more rapidly?

T

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E_{a}

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Solution

The correct option is D $E_{a}$
Rate of reaction $\propto K$

More rapid reaction, K must be increased.

$K = A e^{- E a / R T}$

K will increase by $A ↑, E a ↓, T ↑$ .

So, $E_{a}$ factor should register a decrease for the reaction to proceed more rapidly.

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