Chapter 8, Problem 8.34E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The two ways in which catalysts might speed up a reaction are to be described.

Concept introduction:

Rate of a reaction is defined as the speed by which the reaction is proceeding. The rate of reaction depends on several factors such as concentration of reactant and temperature. The rate of the reaction is represented as,

$r=\frac{\Delta C}{\Delta t}$

Where,

• $\Delta C$ represents the change in concentration of the product.

• $\Delta t$ represents the time change.