$A$ reaction takes place in three steps with individual rate constants and activation energies. The overall rate constant is given by $k = (\frac{k_1 k_2}{k_3})^{2/3}$. The overall activation energy of the reaction in $kJ/mol$ is:
$Step$ $Rate\ Constant\ /\ Activation\ energy$
$Step\ 1$ $k_1, E_{a_1} = 180\ kJ/mol$
$Step\ 2$ $k_2, E_{a_2} = 80\ kJ/mol$
$Step\ 3$ $k_3, E_{a_3} = 50\ kJ/mol$

  • A
    $140$
  • B
    $150$
  • C
    $130$
  • D
    $120$

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