The activation energy for the reaction $2HI_{(g)} \to H_{2_{(g)}} + I_{2_{(g)}}$ is $200 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$ at $600 \ K$. Calculate the fraction of molecules of reactant having energy equal to or greater than activation energy.

  • A
    $e^{-30}$
  • B
    $e^{-40}$
  • C
    $e^{-2.5}$
  • D
    $e^{-1/3}$

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