The following initial rate data are for the reaction of mercury(II) chloride with oxalate ion: 2 HgCl2 + C20,2—2 CF + HgCl2 + 2 CO2
Experiment
[HgCl2].M
(C20?).,M
1
0.420
0.212
2
0.840
10.212
Initial Rate, MS
1.74x10-4
3.47x10-4
6.91*10-4
1.38x10-3
3
0.420
0.423
14
0.840
0.423
Complete the rate law for this reaction in the box below.
Use the form k[A][B]", where 'l' is understood for m or n and concentrations taken to the
zero power do not appear. Don't enter 1 for mor n.