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The substance which decreases the rate of a chemical reaction is called:

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inhibitor
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poison
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moderator
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Solution

The correct option is A inhibitor

The substance which decreases the rate of a chemical reaction is called inhibitor e.g. anti-oxidants are added as inhibitors to food substances to stop its spoilage from exposure oxygen. Similarly, protective coatings on metal surfaces inhibit the corrosion of metals by preventing their interaction with the air and water. An inhibitor is an opposite of a catalyst.


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