Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the process of finding activation energy using an Arrhenius plot, specifically in the context of a lab experiment involving reaction kinetics. Participants explore the implications of temperature and concentration on reaction rates, as well as the relevance of certain components in rate laws.
Discussion Character
- Homework-related
- Technical explanation
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant presents data from an experiment, including temperature and corresponding values of ln k and 1/T, indicating an attempt to plot these for analysis.
- Another participant questions the rationale behind ignoring the concentration of H2O in a rate law reaction.
- A response suggests that H2O concentration may be ignored if the reaction rate is independent of it.
- Another participant adds that H2O is typically considered a liquid (l), and thus only the concentrations of aqueous (aq) solutions are relevant in rate laws.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the treatment of H2O in rate laws, indicating that there is no consensus on this aspect of the discussion.
Contextual Notes
The discussion does not clarify the specific conditions under which H2O concentration may be considered negligible, nor does it resolve the implications of the Arrhenius plot data presented.