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Question:

Given below are the plots which show the variation of the rate constant (k) with temperature (T). Select the plot which follows the Arrhenius equation.

Solution:

We know, K = Ae^(-Ea/RT)
Rate constant K increases exponentially with the rise in temperature. Since the rate constant K also depends upon orientation factor A. Hence, its maximum value is not infinity, rather it is limited to an optimal value.