Catalysts
  • 1. Catalysts are substances that increase the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process. They lower the activation energy required for the reaction to occur, allowing it to proceed more rapidly or at a lower temperature. Catalysts work by providing an alternative pathway for the reaction to take place, resulting in the formation of products more efficiently. They are essential in many industrial processes, such as in the production of fuels, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, as they help to enhance reaction rates and efficiency while reducing energy consumption and waste generation. Overall, catalysts play a crucial role in accelerating reactions and improving the sustainability of chemical processes.

    What is a catalyst?
A) A substance that stops a chemical reaction from occurring.
B) A substance that decreases the rate of a chemical reaction.
C) A substance that reacts with another substance to form a new compound.
D) A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.
  • 2. What is an enzyme in biological systems?
A) A biological catalyst
B) A lipid molecule
C) A structural protein
D) A neurotransmitter
  • 3. What is the role of a promoter in catalysis?
A) To inhibit the catalytic activity of a catalyst
B) To change the chemical nature of the catalyst
C) To replace the catalyst in a reaction
D) To enhance the catalytic activity of a catalyst
  • 4. What is the major advantage of using catalysts in chemical reactions?
A) Making the reactions more hazardous
B) Lowering the activation energy and increasing reaction rates
C) Causing more waste to be generated
D) Increasing the production cost
  • 5. What is the purpose of a catalytic converter in a car exhaust system?
A) To produce more greenhouse gases
B) To reduce harmful emissions by converting them into less harmful substances
C) To increase engine power
D) To increase the fuel efficiency of the engine
  • 6. What does 'autocatalysis' refer to in a chemical reaction?
A) When a catalyst is deactivated by the reaction mixture
B) When a product of a reaction acts as a catalyst for that reaction
C) When a byproduct of a reaction poisons the catalyst
D) When a reactant of a reaction accelerates the reaction
  • 7. What is meant by the term 'selectivity' in catalysis?
A) The ease of recycling the catalyst
B) The speed at which a catalyst degrades
C) The cost of the catalyst used in a reaction
D) The ability of a catalyst to promote one specific reaction pathway over others
  • 8. What is a common example of an organic catalyst?
A) Magnesium oxide
B) Silver
C) Carbon nanotubes
D) Enzymes
  • 9. How do solid catalysts differ from homogeneous catalysts?
A) Solid catalysts are always less efficient than homogeneous catalysts
B) Solid catalysts are never used in industrial processes
C) Solid catalysts are typically easier to separate from the reaction mixture
D) Solid catalysts have a higher reaction selectivity
  • 10. Which of the following factors can influence the effectiveness of a catalyst?
A) Color of the catalyst
B) Temperature of the surrounding environment
C) Vessel size in which the reaction takes place
D) Surface area of the catalyst
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