Question

Assertion (A) In Arrhenius equation, frequency factor, $A=P Z$.
Reason (R) With increasing $E_{a}$, the rate constant increases too.

• A. Both $A$ and $R$ are correct and $R$ is the correct explanation of $A$.
• B. Both $A$ and $R$ are correct, but $R$ is not the correct explanation of $A$.
• C. $A$ is correct but, $R$ is incorrect.
• D. $R$ is correct but, $A$ is incorrect.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

With increasing $E_{a}$, the rate constant decreases.