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The activation energy of a reaction is z...

The activation energy of a reaction is zero. The rate constant of this reaction

A

Increases with increase of temperature

B

Decreases with an increase of temperature

C

Decreases with decrease of temperature

D

Is independent of temperature

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When `E_(0) = 0`, the rate of reaction becomes independent of temperature. (`E_(a)` = Energy of activation).
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