If a reaction follows the Arrhenius equation,the plot $\ln k$ vs $1/(RT)$ gives a straight line with a gradient of $(-y) \ unit$. The energy required to activate the reactant is

  • A
    $y \ unit$
  • B
    $y/R \ unit$
  • C
    $yR \ unit$
  • D
    $-y \ unit$

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