The rate law for the following reactions: 2NO₂ → NO₃ + NO K1; Slow NO₃ + CO → NO₂ + CO₂ K2; Fast

Answer: K1[NO2]^2
Explanation
  • The rate law depends on the slowest (rate-determining) step, which is 2NO₂ → NO₃ + NO.
  • Since this step involves two NO₂ molecules, the rate law is Rate = K₁[NO₂]²
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