Catalysts Flashcards
1
Q
What is a catalyst?
A
A substance which increases the rate of reaction without being chemically changed or used up in the reaction
2
Q
How do catalysts work?
A
They decrease the activation energy and provide an alternative reaction pathway
3
Q
What’s an example of a biological catalyst?
A
Enzymes
4
Q
What are three examples of reactions catalysed by enzymes?
A
Respiration
Photosynthesis
Protein synthesis
