Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - The Variety Of Organic Chemicals (Section 3 - No. 15)
What is the primary role of a catalyst in the production of ethanol from ethene and steam?
To increase the yield of ethanol.
To decrease the temperature needed for the reaction.
To provide the necessary energy to initiate the reaction.
To lower the activation energy of the reaction.
Explanation
Catalysts lower the activation energy, increasing the rate of reaction, without being consumed.
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