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Why does a catalyst leave the equilibrium composition unchanged?
AIt is used up in the reaction
BIt speeds both directions equally
CIt speeds only the forward step
DIt removes the products formed
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. It speeds both directions equally
Both forward and backward reactions are accelerated equally, so only the time to reach equilibrium changes.
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