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A catalyst does not alert the equlirium ? Explain it giving the reason ....


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Answer 1

Answer:

Equilibrium constant cannot be changed upon addition of catalyst as catalyst affects both forward and backward reactions to the same extent and hence don't alter the equilibrium constant. Rather it provides an alternative path wth lower activation energy to fasten the reaction.

SO both the assertion and reason are correct and is the correct explanation and answer is option A.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Catalysts allow reactions to proceed faster through a lower-energy transition state. By lowering the energy of the transition state, which is the rate-limiting step, catalysts reduce the required energy of activation to allow a reaction to proceed and, in the case of a reversible reaction, reach equilibrium more rapidly.

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