The catalyst in a second order reversible reaction increases the rate of the forward reaction___________________?
Correct answer: B. And backward reaction equally
- A. And decreases that of backward reaction
- B. And backward reaction equally
- C. Only
- D. To a greater extent than that of the backward reaction
Explanation
A catalyst provides an alternative pathway and lowers the activation barriers for both forward and reverse reactions. At equilibrium, it accelerates both directions equally without changing the equilibrium constant.
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