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For the first order thermal decomposition reaction, following data was obtained :
$\text{C}_2\text{H}_5\text{Cl(g)} \longrightarrow \text{C}_2\text{H}_4\text{(g)} + \text{HCl(g)}$
| S. No. | Time(s) | Total Pressure (atm) |
| :---: | :---: | :---: |
| 1 | 0 | 0.30 |
| 2 | 30 | 0.50 |
Calculate rate constant. $\quad \quad \quad \quad \quad \quad \quad \quad \quad \quad \quad \quad \quad$ [Given : $\log 3 = 0.48$]