A catalyst affects a chemical reaction by
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Correct answer to question 76 (General Science): speeding it up without being used up itself
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A catalyst lowers the energy barrier so the reaction proceeds faster, and it emerges unchanged and reusable. It does not change how much product forms, only how quickly.
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