2 NO2(g)Practice Problem 6
Classify the order of the reaction between NO and O2 to form NO2:
2 NO(g) + O2(g) 2 NO2(g)
Assume the following rate law for this reaction:
Rate = k(NO)2(O2)
Answer
This reaction is first-order in O2, second-order in NO, and third-order overall.
