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Irreversible Uncatalyzed Reactions
2nd Order (2 Reactants-1 Product)
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Description
The model presented here simulates the kinetics of an uncatalyzed, irreversible 2nd order chemical reaction. In this reaction, all of the substrate initially present in the lowest quantity is converted to product since no back-reaction is allowed. By solving the ordinary differential equations describing the process, the time course of the reaction can be seen directly. We will also explore the concept of a "limiting reactant" with this system.
Assumptions
The following things are assumed by this model:
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The reaction is occurring in a well-mixed system. |
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The temperature of the system is constant. |
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The volume of the system is constant, which allows the use of concentrations in the rate laws. |
Reactions
Rate Law
Model Variable Table
Model Parameter Table
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