According to the adsorption theory of catalysis, the rate of reaction increases because :
A
Adsorption lowers the activation energy of the reaction
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B
Concentration of reactant molecules at the active centres of the catalyst becomes high due to adsorption
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C
Adsorption produces heat which increases the rate of reaction
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D
Adsorption increases the activation energy of the reaction
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Solution
The correct option is A Adsorption lowers the activation energy of the reaction According to the adsorption theory of catalysis, the rate of reaction increases because adsorption is the process which decreases the activation energy. Hence option A is correct.