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what is catalyst?.

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Answered by MissM0derator
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QuestioN :-

What is Catalyst ?

ANsWeR :-

A catalyst is a substance that can be added to a reaction to increase the reaction rate without getting consumed in the process.

How do they work ?

They usually work by :

  • Lowering the energy of the transition state, thus lowering the activation energy
  • Changing the mechanism of the reaction. This also changes the nature (and energy) of the transition state.

Answered by MissPhenomenal
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QuestioN :-

What is Catalyst ?

ANsWeR :-

A catalyst is a substance that can be added to a reaction to increase the reaction rate without getting consumed in the process.

How do they work ?

They usually work by :

  • Lowering the energy of the transition state, thus lowering the activation energy
  • Changing the mechanism of the reaction. This also changes the nature (and energy) of the transition state.

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