The given reaction 2FeCl₃ + SnCl₂ → 2FeCl₂ + SnCl₄ is an example of

Options

(a) third order reaction
(b) first order reaction
(c) second order reaction
(d) none of these

Correct Answer:

third order reaction

Explanation:

For a general reaction xA + yB + zC → product, the order of reaction is x + y + z. since three molecules undergo change in concentration, therefore it is a third order reaction.