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← ScienceWhich consequence results from insufficient catalyst in equilibrium?
A)Equilibrium reached much more slowly✓
B)Equilibrium constant value will increase
C)Reverse rate exceeds forward reaction
D)Overall product yield will be higher
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Reaction velocity decreases due to less frequent successful collisions through reduced activation energy – a phenomenon known as chemical catalysis – because lower catalyst concentration hinders pathway turnover. Therefore, equilibrium occurs much slower, rather than altering equilibrium’s final state.
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