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What is the expected outcome of adding a catalyst to a chemical reaction?

A.
The reaction will speed up.

B.
Chemical equilibrium will not be reached.

C.
The reaction will slow down.

D.
No change will occur.

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User Finola
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The expected outcome would be A. The reaction will speed up after adding a catalyst to a chemical reaction.
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User Ken Smith
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The reaction will speed up. option A is correct
If the conditions are right, then the catalyst may allow a reaction to occur at a lower than normal temperature and at a faster than normal rate.
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