Finding change in concentration over change in time

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The discussion revolves around calculating the change in concentration of NO2 over time for the reaction 2NO2(g) --> 2NO(g) + O2(g) in a 4.00 liter vessel, given a reaction rate of 0.88 mol·L−1·s−1. Participants express confusion about how to approach the problem, particularly regarding the relationship between the rate of products and reactants. It is clarified that the answer involves considering the stoichiometry of the reaction, leading to a conclusion that the change in concentration of NO2 should be double the given rate due to the mole ratio. The final answer for Δ[NO2]/Δt is determined to be -0.88 mol·L−1·s−1, reflecting the consumption of NO2. Understanding the mole ratio is essential for solving similar problems in chemical kinetics.
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Homework Statement



At a certain temperature, the reaction 2NO2(g) --> 2NO(g) + O2(g) progresses in a 4.00 liter vessel at a rate of 0.88 mol · L−1· s−1. What is

\Delta[NO2]
\Deltat

under these conditions?
Answer in units of mol · L−1· s−1.

Homework Equations



C = n/v
...?

The Attempt at a Solution



I'm not at all sure where to start with this one. My only work with mol/Ls was finding the rate that a product was made compared to the reactant. Could I get a starting point?
 
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Honestly, I have no idea what the question is about. The way you worded it you are asked about speed and you are told what the speed is. Seems to me like the answer is just 0.88 mol L-1 s-1.

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Bleh, that was too simple. All you had to do was double it due to the mole ratio.
 
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