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The rate equation for a reaction,
$A \longrightarrow B$
is $r=k[A]^0$. If the initial concentration of the reactant is $a \mathrm{~mol} \mathrm{dm}{ }^{-3}$, the half-life period of the reaction is
ChemistryChemical KineticsJIPMERJIPMER 2011
Options:
  • A $\frac{a}{2 k}$
  • B $\frac{k}{a}$
  • C $\frac{a}{k}$
  • D $\frac{2 a}{k}$
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The correct answer is: $\frac{a}{2 k}$
$A \longrightarrow B$
$\because \quad r=k[A]^0$ or $r=k$
This is a zero order reaction.
$\therefore \quad t_{1 / 2}=\frac{a}{2 k}$

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