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N2O5 decomposes by first-order kinetics into NO2 and O2. Over the first 50 minutes the total pressure in a constant-volume vessel rises from 50 mmHg to 87.5 mmHg. What will the total pressure be after 100 minutes (at constant temperature)?

  1. 116.25 mmHg
  2. 175.0 mmHg
  3. 106.25 mmHg
  4. 136.25 mmHg

Correct answer: 106.25 mmHg

Solution

If x mmHg of N2O5 reacts, total P = 50 + 1.5x; at 50 min P = 87.5 gives x = 25 (N2O5 halved), so 50 min is one half-life. After 100 min (two half-lives) N2O5 = 12.5 mmHg, giving total P = 106.25 mmHg.

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