The desorption of a single molecular layer of n -butane

Chapter 13, Problem 95E

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Problem 95E

The desorption of a single molecular layer of n -butane from a single crystal of aluminum oxide is found to be first order with a rate constant of 0.128/s at 150 K.

a.        What is the half-life of the desorption reaction?

b.        If the surface is initially completely covered with n -butane at 150 K, how long will it take for 25% of the molecules to desorb? For 50% to desorb?

c.        If the surface is initially completely covered, what fraction will remain covered after 10 s? After 20 s?

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