Which of the following best describes the result of using a catalyst in a chemical reaction?
A. A more desirable product is often formed
B. The reaction is completed in a shorter amount of time
C. The yield of product is increased
D. A greater amount of energy is released by the reaction
A catalyst is substance that speeds up the rate of converting reactants to products. They do by decreasing the activation energy of a reaction. If a catalyst increases the rate of reaction, then it means that the reaction takes a smaller time to come into completion.
Catalysts can be metals, ions or biological also known as enzymes. Catalysts are not consumed when the reaction is taking place.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.