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A catalyst ______ start a reaction but it can increase the ______ of the reaction. - Chemistry (Theory)

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A catalyst ______ start a reaction but it can increase the ______ of the reaction.

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Solution

A catalyst cannot start a reaction but it can increase the rate of the reaction.

Explanation:

A catalyst does not initiate a reaction by itself; it only alters the rate by lowering the activation energy. Thus, it makes the reaction proceed faster without being consumed in the process.

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Chapter 4: Chemical Kinetics - QUESTIONS FROM ISC EXAMINATION PAPERS [Page 283]

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Nootan Chemistry Part 1 and 2 [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 4 Chemical Kinetics
QUESTIONS FROM ISC EXAMINATION PAPERS | Q 6. (a) | Page 283
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