Reaction Rate Law Calculator With Pressure

Rate Law Equation for Gases:

\[ \text{Rate} = k \times P^{\text{order}} \]

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1. What is the Pressure-Based Rate Law?

The pressure-based rate law describes how the rate of a gas-phase chemical reaction depends on the partial pressures of the reactants. It follows the form: Rate = k × P^order, where k is the rate constant, P is the pressure, and the order is the reaction order with respect to that reactant.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the pressure-based rate law equation:

\[ \text{Rate} = k \times P^{\text{order}} \]

Where:

\( k \) — Rate constant (mol/(s·atm^order))
\( P \) — Pressure of the gas (atm)
\( \text{order} \) — Reaction order (dimensionless)

Explanation: The equation shows that the reaction rate depends exponentially on the pressure, with the exponent being the reaction order. The rate constant k incorporates temperature dependence through the Arrhenius equation.

3. Importance of Reaction Rate Calculation

Details: Calculating reaction rates is essential for designing chemical reactors, determining optimal reaction conditions, and understanding reaction mechanisms in gas-phase systems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the rate constant in appropriate units, pressure in atm, and the reaction order (typically 0, 1, or 2 for elementary reactions). All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are typical values for reaction orders?
A: For elementary reactions, orders are typically integers (0, 1, or 2). For complex reactions, orders may be fractional.

Q2: How does temperature affect the rate constant?
A: Temperature affects k through the Arrhenius equation: k = A×e^-Ea/RT, where A is the pre-exponential factor and Ea is activation energy.

Q3: Can this be used for liquid-phase reactions?
A: No, this calculator is specifically for gas-phase reactions. Liquid-phase reactions typically use concentration-based rate laws.

Q4: What if I have multiple reactants?
A: For multiple reactants, the rate law would be: Rate = k × P_A^a × P_B^b, where a and b are the orders with respect to each reactant.

Q5: How do I determine the reaction order experimentally?
A: Reaction orders are typically determined by measuring initial rates at different pressures and analyzing the dependence.