NEETChemistryChemical Kinetics
What is the role of species IO- in the reaction mechanism of decomposition of hydrogen peroxide?
Options
- AIt is a reactant.
- BIt is a product.
- CIt is a catalyst.
- DIt is an intermediate.
Correct answer
D. It is an intermediate.
Step-by-step solution
Species IO- is referred to as an intermediate as it is formed during the course of the reaction but does not appear in the overall balanced equation.