When Considering the Effect of a Catalyst on a System

question 24

Multiple Choice

When considering the effect of a catalyst on a system that has not reached equilibrium, which of the following is true?

• A) The addition of a catalyst has absolutely no effect on the reaction.
• B) The addition of a catalyst speeds up the forward reaction.
• C) The addition of a catalyst speeds up the reverse reaction.
• D) The addition of a catalyst causes the system to reach equilibrium faster.

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Definitions:

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