Which of the following statements about catalysts is true?

Practice Questions

Q1
Which of the following statements about catalysts is true?
  1. They are consumed in the reaction
  2. They increase the activation energy
  3. They provide an alternative reaction pathway
  4. They change the equilibrium constant

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following statements about catalysts is true?
Correct Answer: Catalysts provide an alternative reaction pathway with a lower activation energy, but they are not consumed in the reaction.
  • Step 1: Understand what a catalyst is. A catalyst is a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being used up in the process.
  • Step 2: Learn about activation energy. Activation energy is the energy needed to start a chemical reaction.
  • Step 3: Know that catalysts lower the activation energy. This means that reactions can happen more easily and quickly when a catalyst is present.
  • Step 4: Remember that catalysts are not consumed. After the reaction, the catalyst can be used again for more reactions.
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