The compound RX3 decomposes according to the equation: 3RX --> R + R2X3 + 3X2.
1. Write the proper expression for the rate of decomposition for RX3, and the rate of formation for R, R2X3, and X2.
2. How is the rate of decomposition of RX3 related to the rate of formation in R2X3?
3. If the rate for the formation of R is 7.5 M/min, what is the rate of decomposition of RX3?
4. What is the rate of the overall reaction? Explain.
5. Given the equation, do you think calculating a value for the rate of the reaction should vary if the reactant is decomposing twice as fast as the formation of the product? Explain.