Chemistry: Catalysts Multiple Choice Question

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Catalysts speed up reaction rates primarily by decreasing the energy of activation (B) and increasing the collision frequency (E). Additionally, catalysts change the path of the reaction (C), providing an alternative route with a lower activation energy. The incorrect options include increasing the activation energy (A) and speeding up the reaction without changing the rate constant (D), as these do not align with the fundamental principles of catalysis.

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Homework Statement



Which of the following are ways that catalysts can speed up reactions rates? You must check all answers that apply.
A.) Increase the activation energy.
B.) Decrease the energy of activation.
C.) Change the path of the reaction.
D.) Speedup the reaction without changing k.
E.) Increase the collision frequency.


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I believe B and E are definitely correct, but I am unsure of all of the other answers. Any guidance would be wonderful!
 
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C is also correct. A catalyst offers a different path for the reaction.
 

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