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Chemical Kinetics: Mixed MCQ

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Question

A catalyst increases the rate of reaction by:
  1. A
    Lowering activation energy
    Correct
  2. B
    Increasing temperature
  3. C
    Increasing concentration
  4. D
    Increasing equilibrium constant K

Correct answer

Lowering activation energy

Explanation

A catalyst provides an alternative reaction pathway with lower activation energy (Ea). It does not change K, temperature, or concentrations.

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