JAMB Chemistry 2011 Objective — Question 24

Question 24 of 49 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2011 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

CH4(g)+Cl2(g)→CH3Cl(g)+HCl(g). The major factor that influences the rate of the reaction above is

A. A. lightCorrect
B. B. catalyst
C. C. temperature
D. D. concentration

Explanation

This reaction is catalyzed by light, i.e. it is a photochemical reaction, so light is the major factor influencing its rate.

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