Rate of reactions with eggs boiling

C, according to the formula ln(t2)=ln(t1)+(1/T2-1/T1)x(Ea/R). However, the formula may actually be ln(t2)=ln(t1)-(1/T2-1/T1)x(Ea/R). The rates of the reaction at both temperatures can be expressed using the formula r=k*exp(-E/RT). To calculate the cooking time at 95.4°C, we can use the formula t2=exp(E/R*(1/T2-1/T1))*t1. This confirms the answer of 18.6 minutes given by the formula used by the others. Therefore,
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At a high altitude camp in the Rockies, water boils at 95.4°C instead of 100.0°C. A visitor has requested a
soft-boiled egg (usually boiled for 3.00 minutes at 100.0°C). The activation energy for the reaction in question is 453 kJ/mol.
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egg protein (l) egg protein (s) How long will it take to cook his egg at 95.4°C?

The answers say 18.6min. However, they use this formula:

ln(t2)=ln(t1)+(1/T2-1/T1)x(Ea/R)

I believe the formula should be:
ln(t2)=ln(t1)-(1/T2-1/T1)x(Ea/R)

Am I right?
 
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The rates of the reaction at the two temperatures are:

[tex]r_1=k\exp{\left(-\frac{E}{RT_1}\right)}[/tex]
[tex]r_2=k\exp{\left(-\frac{E}{RT_2}\right)}[/tex]
We need to have r1t1=r2t2

So,[tex]k\exp{\left(-\frac{E}{RT_1}\right)}t_1=k\exp{\left(-\frac{E}{RT_2}\right)}t_2[/tex]
or[tex]t_2=\exp{\left(\frac{E}{R}(\frac{1}{T_2}-\frac{1}{T_1})\right)}t_1[/tex]
This confirms their formula.

Chet
 

FAQ: Rate of reactions with eggs boiling

What factors affect the rate of egg boiling?

The rate of egg boiling can be affected by several factors, including the temperature of the water, the size and shape of the pot, and the freshness of the egg. Other factors such as the type of stove and altitude can also have an impact.

Does the size of the egg affect the rate of boiling?

Yes, the size of the egg can affect the rate of boiling. Larger eggs will take longer to cook compared to smaller ones because it takes more time for the heat to penetrate through the thicker shell and reach the center of the egg.

Why does adding salt to the water make eggs cook faster?

Adding salt to the water can help eggs cook faster because the salt increases the boiling point of the water, allowing it to reach a higher temperature. This higher temperature cooks the eggs more quickly.

How does the age of the egg affect the rate of boiling?

The age of the egg can affect the rate of boiling because as eggs age, the air pocket inside the egg grows, making them less dense. This can cause them to float in the water, which can affect the cooking time.

Can the rate of egg boiling be affected by the altitude?

Yes, the altitude can affect the rate of egg boiling. At higher altitudes, the air pressure is lower, which means the water boils at a lower temperature. This can result in longer cooking times for eggs.

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