What do we call the substance which either slows down or stops the reaction from proceeding further?

Prohibitor

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Catalyst

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Inhibitor

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

Limiting reagent

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is C
Inhibitor

Inhibitor

A reaction inhibitor is a substance that decreases the rate of, or prevents, a chemical reaction. Inhibitors are widely used to inhibit or retard various undesirable processes—for example, the corrosion of metals.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Bicycle slows down when we stop pedaling. Because-

What do we call the substance which is composed of two or more elements, and chemically combined in a fixed ratio by mass?

Join BYJU'S Learning Program