What Is the Main Purpose for Using Metal-Ions as Catalysts

question 45

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose for using metal-ions as catalysts in the following hydrolysis reaction?

• A)increases the rate by making water a stronger base, thereby increasing its electrophilicity
• B)increases the rate by making water a stronger base, thereby increasing its nucleophilicity
• C)increases the rate by making water a stronger acid, thereby increasing its nucleophilicity
• D)increases the rate by making water a stronger acid, thereby increasing its electrophilicity
• E)increases the rate by making water a stronger acid, thereby decreasing its nucleophilicity

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