Chemical Kinetics Question 279
Question: A chemical reaction is catalyzed by a catalyst X. Hence X
Options:
A) reduces enthalpy of the reaction
B) decreases rate constant of the reaction
C) increases activation energy of the reaction
D) does not affect equilibrium constant of the reaction
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] A catalyst affects equally both forward and backward reactions, therefore it does not affect equilibrium constant of reaction.