Chapter 16.2, Problem 15SSC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The difference between a catalyst and an inhibitor needs to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Catalysts are the substances whose role in chemical reactions is very important. They take part in chemical reactions without getting consumed and increase the rate of reaction. Enzymes present in living organisms is type a type of catalyst.

Answer to Problem 15SSC

Catalyst speed up and inhibitor slows down a reaction.

Explanation of Solution

The difference between catalysts and inhibitor are,

Catalyst	Inhibitor
They increases rate of reaction	They decreases rate of reaction
They helps to yield product quickly	They slow down or sometimes prevent a reaction from happening.

Conclusion

Catalyst and inhibitor both affects rate of reactions.