AP Chemistrymediummcq1 pt
Which is true of a valid reaction mechanism?
A.Its steps sum to the overall balanced equation
B.Every step must be slow
C.It cannot contain intermediates
D.It must match the balanced equation's coefficients in its rate law
Explanation
Core Concept
Adding the elementary steps must reproduce the overall reaction, and the predicted rate law must match experiment. Both tests together validate a proposed mechanism.
Correct Answer
AIts steps sum to the overall balanced equation
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