JEE Main Chemistry question

Which is not correct for a catalyst? It:

(A)Enhances the rate of reaction in both directions
(B)Changes the enthalpy of the reactionCorrect
(C)Reduces the activation energy of the reaction
(D)Is specific in nature

Answer: (B)

Solution

A catalyst does speed up both forward and reverse reactions (A), reduces activation energy (C), and often shows specificity for particular reactions (D) — all correct. Enthalpy of reaction is a state

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Question ID VK-145004