Question

For a reaction taking place in four different steps, the rate constants follow a relationship $K-\frac{K_2K_4}{K_1K_3}$. If the energies of activation E1, E2, E3 and E4 are 10 kJ/mol, 30kJ/mol, 40 kJ/mol and 20 kJ/mol respectively, then the overall energy of activation would be :

• A. Zero kJ/mol
• B. 100 kJ/mol
• C. 10 kJ/mol
• D. 1000 kJ/mol

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Zero kJ/mol

Answer 2

The correct option is (A) :Zero kJ/mol.