The rate of a reaction increases when a catalyst has been added to the reaction mixture. The catalyst A) increases the kinetic energy of the reactants. B) decreases the rate of the reverse reaction. C) increases the number of collisions between reactants. D) alters the enthalpy of reaction. E) provides a new mechanism for the reaction to proceed by.

The rate of a reaction increases when a catalyst has been added to the reaction mixture. The catalyst A) increases the kinetic energy of the reactants. B) decreases the rate of the reverse reaction. C) increases the number of collisions between reactants. D) alters the enthalpy of reaction. E) provides a new mechanism for the reaction to proceed by.

Introductory Chemistry For Today

8th Edition

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Chapter8: Reaction Rates And Equilibrium

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8.76E

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