Understanding Catalysts
Catalysts speed up chemical reactions without being consumed, making processes more efficient and fascinating to study.
FAQs
What is a catalyst?
A catalyst speeds up a chemical reaction without being used up.
Why are catalysts important?
They help reactions happen faster and more efficiently, saving energy.
Can you give examples of catalysts?
Common catalysts include enzymes in our bodies, platinum in car exhausts, and manganese dioxide in oxygen production.
They lower the activation energy needed for reactions to proceed.
How do catalysts work?
Do catalysts get consumed?
No, catalysts remain unchanged after the reaction completes.
Catalysts Explained
A quick intro to catalysts with examples like enzymes, platinum, and manganese dioxide.
