Practice Catalysis (5.2) - Chapter 5: Surface Chemistry

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Question 1.
Define a catalyst.
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Think about how enzymes work.
Question 2.
What is heterogeneous catalysis?
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Consider the systems in which catalysts operate.
3Question 3.
What is the main function of a catalyst?
- Increase reactant volume
- Increase reaction rate
- Decrease activation energy
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Think about how catalysts influence reaction speeds.
4Question 4.
Is the catalyst consumed in the reaction?
- True
- False
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Reflect on how a catalyst can be reused.
Question 5.
Discuss how temperature affects the rate of heterogeneous catalysis differently compared to homogeneous catalysis.
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Consider both phases when discussing energy levels.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of a catalyst poison on industrial processes, providing an example.
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Think about how quality control affects production.

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