A substance which increases the efficiency of a catalyst is termed as:
Correct answer: A. Promoter
- A. Promoter
- B. Activator
- C. Retarder
- D. Super catalyst
Explanation
A promoter increases a catalyst’s activity or efficiency without itself functioning as the main catalyst. A retarder has the opposite effect by slowing the reaction or reducing catalytic activity.
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