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For the reaction, A⇌B, Ea = 50kJ mol-1 and ΔH = -20 kJ mol-1. When a catalyst is added, Ea decreases by 10kJmol-1. What is the Ea for the backward reaction in the presence of catalyst?
For the reaction, A⇌B, Ea = 50kJ mol-1 and ΔH = -20 kJ mol-1. When a catalyst is added, Ea decreases by 10kJmol-1. What is the Ea for the backward reaction in the presence of catalyst?
Updated On: May 2, 2024
- 60kJ mol-1
- 40kJ mol-1
- 70kJ mol-1
- 20kJ mol-1
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