NEET Chemistry ยท Hard

Equilibrium: Catalyst and K MCQ

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Catalyst and KHardQuestion 24098

Question

A catalyst does not change K because it:

  1. A
    Speeds both forward and reverse reactions equally
    Correct
  2. B
    Only speeds reverse reaction
  3. C
    Changes reaction enthalpy
  4. D
    Changes temperature

Correct answer

Speeds both forward and reverse reactions equally

Explanation

Equilibrium is reached sooner, but its composition stays the same.