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I got this question from my tutor:
the rate of reaction
CH3COOC2H5(aq) + H2O -> CH3COOH(aq) + C2H5OH(aq)
shows 1st order charateristics; that is, rate= k[CH3COOC2H5], even though this is a 2nd order reaction. explain.
- can i explain it in such a way that its because H2O maybe in low concentration, therefore resulting in the reaction having a 1st order charcteristic?
the rate of reaction
CH3COOC2H5(aq) + H2O -> CH3COOH(aq) + C2H5OH(aq)
shows 1st order charateristics; that is, rate= k[CH3COOC2H5], even though this is a 2nd order reaction. explain.
- can i explain it in such a way that its because H2O maybe in low concentration, therefore resulting in the reaction having a 1st order charcteristic?