GK Question

science hard true_false

True or False: Catalysts increase the activation energy of a chemical reaction.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: False

Catalysts lower activation energy, speeding up reactions without being consumed. They provide alternative pathways. Enzymes are biological catalysts. Key concept in chemical kinetics. [[NCERT Chemistry Class 12]]

Topic Chemistry - Catalysis
Exam Relevance UPSC CSE, SSC Scientific Assistant, Engineering Services