The decomposition reaction N_(2)O to N_(2) + O_(2) takes place on platinum surface. Here, the rate of reaction is independent of the concentrations of the reactant . However, when this reaction is carried out in the absence of platinum surface, the rate of reaction depends on the concentration of the reactant How do you account for this ?

The decomposition reaction N_(2)O to N_(2) + O_(2) takes place on plat

1.	The decomposition reaction N_(2)O to N_(2) + O_(2) takes place on platinum surface. Here, the rate of reaction is independent of the concentrations of the reactant . However, when this reaction is carried out in the absence of platinum surface, the rate of reaction depends on the concentration of the reactant How do you account for this ?
Answer» SOLUTION :(i) role of PLANTINUM in the REACTION (ii) PROPERTY of platinum (iii) site of decomposition (iv) comparison of mechanism of reaction in the PRESENCE and absence of a catalyst