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The rate constants for decomposition of acetaldehyde have been measured over the temperature range 700 -1000 K. The data has been analysed by plotting In k vs 
graph. The value of activation energy for the reaction is___kJ mol -1 .
(Nearest integer) (Given : R = 8.31 J K -1 mol -1 )
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
154
(154)
From the graph
Ea = 153.735 kJ/mol
~154
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