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A catalyst
ChemistrySurface ChemistryAIIMSAIIMS 2007
Options:
  • A changes the equilibrium constant
  • B lowers the activation energy
  • C increases the forward and backward reactions at different speeds
  • D follows same mechanism for the reaction.
Solution:
1471 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: lowers the activation energy
A substance which increases the speed of a reaction without being consumed in the reaction is called a catalyst. Catalyst reduces the height of barrier by providing an alternative path for the reaction and lowers the activation energy.

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