Asked by Jaxon Young on Jun 15, 2024
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A catalyst added to a system going to equilibrium does what?
A) Raises the activation energy of the reverse reaction
B) Lowers the activation energy for the forward reaction
C) Increases each reaction's rate, allowing equilibrium to be reached faster
D) Nothing
Activation Energy
The smallest quantity of energy necessary to start a chemical reaction.
Equilibrium
A state in a chemical reaction where the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal, leading to no overall change in the concentration of reactants and products.
Catalyst
A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed or permanently altered in the process.
- Comprehend the influence of catalysts on equilibrium reactions and the rate at which equilibrium is reached.
Verified Answer
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Marissa GreenJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Catalysts work by lowering the activation energy for both the forward and reverse reactions, thus increasing the rate at which equilibrium is reached without affecting the position of the equilibrium.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the influence of catalysts on equilibrium reactions and the rate at which equilibrium is reached.