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What is the primary effect of a catalyst on a chemical reaction?
What is the primary effect of a catalyst on a chemical reaction?
What is a catalyst in the context of catalysis?
What is a catalyst in the context of catalysis?
How does catalysis contribute to sustainability?
How does catalysis contribute to sustainability?
What characteristic of a catalyst allows it to be used in small amounts relative to the substrate?
What characteristic of a catalyst allows it to be used in small amounts relative to the substrate?
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How does a catalyst affect the rate of a chemical reaction?
How does a catalyst affect the rate of a chemical reaction?
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Study Notes
Catalysts and Catalysis
- A catalyst is a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed or altered in the process.
- The primary effect of a catalyst on a chemical reaction is to lower the activation energy, allowing the reaction to occur faster and more efficiently.
- Catalysis contributes to sustainability by reducing the amount of energy required for a reaction, thus minimizing waste and environmental impact.
Characteristics of Catalysts
- A catalyst can be used in small amounts relative to the substrate because it is not consumed during the reaction and can be recovered and reused.
- This characteristic of a catalyst is known as its turnover number, which represents the number of substrate molecules that can be converted by a single catalyst molecule.
Catalysts and Reaction Rate
- A catalyst affects the rate of a chemical reaction by providing an alternative reaction pathway with a lower activation energy, allowing more reactant molecules to react in a given time.
- The presence of a catalyst increases the frequency of successful collisions between reactant molecules, leading to a faster reaction rate.
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This quiz covers the basics of catalysis, including the definition, role of catalysts, and their impact on chemical reactions. Test your knowledge on this important concept in chemistry!
