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Write differences (at least two) between order and molecularity of a reaction.

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Difference between order and molecularity

OrderMolecularity
(i)It is sum of the powers of reactants in rate law expression.It is sum of powers of reactant present in law of mass action equation.
(ii)It is determined experimentally.It is determined from balanced chemical reaction.
(iii)It can be positive, negative, zero or fraction.It can be positive integer only.
(iv)It is applicable for all reaction.It is applicable only for elementary reaction.


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