The reaction obey I order with respect to `H_(2)` and `ICl` both.
`H_(2) (g) + 2ICl(g) rarr 2 HCl(g) + I_(2) (g)`
Which of the following mechanism is in consistent with the given fact ?
Mechanism A: `H_(2) (g) + 2Cl rarr 2HCl(g) + I_(2)(g)`
Mechanism B: (i) `H_(2)(g) + ICl(g) overset ("slow")rarr HCl(g) + HI(g)`
(ii) `HI(g) + ICl(g) rarr HCl(g) + I_(2)`

Options

A. `A` and `B` both
B. Neither `A` nor `B`
C. `A` only
D. `B` only

Answer

D

Explanation

`I` step of mechanism `B` shows `I` order in both reactants.