The following mechanism for the gas phase decomposition of oxygen difluoride is consistent with the observed rate law.
- step 1: 2 OF2------> O2F4
- step 2: O2F4 -----> O2 + 2 F2
- (a) Identify the molecularity of each step in the mechanism.step 1 _________(unimolecular/bimolecular/termolecular)
- step 2 _________(unimolecular/bimolecular/termolecular)
(b) Write the equation for the net reaction. Use the smallest integer coefficients possible. If a box is not needed, leave it blank.
__________+___________---------->__________+____________
(c) Identify any intemediates and/or catalysts in this mechanism.
Catalyst: Enter formula. If none, leave box blank: ______________
Intermediate: Enter formula. If none, leave box blank: ______________