Chemical Kinetics, finding rate of reaction

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To calculate the rate of reaction for the production of carbon monoxide gas from formic acid, the volume of gas produced (44.6 mL) must be converted to moles using the ideal gas law. The rate of reaction can be expressed in terms of the change in moles over time (dn/dt) rather than concentration (dC/dT). Participants in the discussion emphasize the need to find the molar volume at the given conditions to complete the calculation. The focus is on understanding how to relate the volume of gas produced to the rate of reaction. Proper conversion and application of the ideal gas equation are crucial for determining the reaction rate accurately.
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Homework Statement



At 25 C a catalyzed solution of formic acid produces 44.6 ml of carbon monoxide gas in 30s.

a) Calculate the rate of reaction with respect to CO(g) production.

Homework Equations



Rate = dC / dT

The Attempt at a Solution



dC should be expressed in mol/L but I do not know how to find this with the given 44.6 mL

Any hints as to what I should be looking for>
 
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Ideal gas equation? You won't be able to give the rate in terms of dC/dT, rather in terms of dn/dt, this is a valid way of describing the kinetics.
 
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