Which of the following is/are true regarding a catalyst?
(a) It is a substance which increases the rate of reaction.
(b) It is a substance which reduces the activation energy.
(c) It is a substance which is consumed in the reaction.

(a) and (b)

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(b) and (c)

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(a) only

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(a) and (c)

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The correct option is A (a) and (b)
Option: (a)

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Which of the following is/are true regarding a catalyst? (a) It is a substance which increases the rate of reaction. (b) It is a substance which reduces the activation energy. (c) It is a substance which is consumed in the reaction.

The correct option is A (a) and (b) Option: (a)

Which of the following is/are true regarding a catalyst?
(a) It is a substance which increases the rate of reaction.
(b) It is a substance which reduces the activation energy.
(c) It is a substance which is consumed in the reaction.

The correct option is A (a) and (b)
Option: (a)