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What is the rate law for the hypothetical reaction with the mechanism shown? 2A ⇌ intermediate 1 (faKinetics Chemistry Question

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What is the rate law for the hypothetical reaction with the mechanism shown?
2A ⇌ intermediate 1 (fast equilibrium)
intermediate 1 + B → intermediate 2 (slow)
intermediate 2 + B → A2B2 (fast)

A.

Rate = k[A]^2

B.

Rate = [B]^2

C.

Rate = k[A][B]

D.

Rate = k[A]^2[B]

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