JAMB Chemistry 2016 Objective — Question 39

Question 39 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

39. CH4(g) + Cl2(g) → CH3Cl(l) + HCl(g). The major factor that influences the rate of the reaction above is A. concentration B. catalyst C. temperature D. light

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

Explanation

This depicts a substitution reaction between an alkane and a halogen. The reaction is photo-catalyzed.

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