AQA Chemistry GCSE Topics 6-10: What effect does a catalyst have on rate on reaction?

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What effect does a catalyst have on rate on reaction?

Ally1917 · Accepted Answer

Using a catalyst means:
Provides an alternative reaction pathway with lower activation energy
Activation energy needed decreases
Reaction happens faster increasing rate

AQA Chemistry GCSE Topics 6-10

What effect does a catalyst have on rate on reaction?

Using a catalyst means: Provides an alternative reaction pathway with lower activation energy Activation energy needed decreases Reaction happens faster increasing rate

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