The rate constant for a reaction is 4.65 L mol-1s-1. The overall order of the reaction is:

Question

zero
first
second
third

I am having trouble with the order of reactions. I don't understand this question. this is an assignment question but i have no idea how to do it.

Answer 1

The units tell you the order.
Look under this link for second order. (And write down the others). This is good to remember.
http://chemistry.about.com/od/lecturenotesl3/a/reactionorder.htm

Answer 2

thanks again DR BOB! this whole chemistry thing is a kick in the pants when you just cant get your head around it!