The mechanism for the first-order reaction

in the presence of I=^-=(aq) is proposed to be:
Step 1: (slow)
Step 2: (fast)
Identify the catalyst in the reaction.

Name: The mechanism for the first-order reaction in the presence of I= - =(aq) is proposed to be: Step 1: (slow) Step 2: (fast) Identify the catalyst in the reaction.
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The mechanism for the first-order reaction in the presence of I=^-=(aq) is proposed to be: Step 1: (slow) Step 2: (fast) Identify the catalyst in the reaction.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The catalyst in the reaction is IF1F1F1S1^F1F1F10(aq) as it appears in the reactants and is not consumed in the reaction. Only option C includes this compound.

The Mechanism for the First-Order Reaction