Which outcome results when catalyst active sites passivate?

💡 Explanation

The reaction rate slows because *catalyst poisoning* deactivates catalytic sites, forming surface adducts which block reactant access; therefore the rate declines, rather than selectivity improving or unexpected equilibrium shifts which would require a different mechanism.

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