Catalysts in industry
1 mark · EasyState how a catalyst affects the activation energy of a reaction.
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A catalyst lowers the activation energy of a reaction.
Also accept: It provides an alternative pathway with lower activation energy.
Common mistakes: It increases activation energy.
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B1 · 1 mark · States correctly that a catalyst lowers activation energy.
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A catalyst lowers the activation energy for a reaction.