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.



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