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← ScienceWhich mechanism reduces the energy needed for hydrogenation?
A)Surface adsorption and bond weakening✓
B)Increasing reactant gas pressure only
C)Elevating the reaction temperature greatly
D)Cryogenic reactant condensation only
💡 Explanation
Catalytic hydrogenation lowers the activation energy barrier via surface adsorption weakening the bonds between hydrogen atoms. Therefore the adsorbed molecules are more reactive, rather than pressure concentration or temperature, in promoting dissociation and reaction.
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