Regarding the velocity in a reversible reaction,which is the correct explanation of the effect of a catalyst?

  • A
    It provides a new reaction path of lower activation energy.
  • B
    It increases the kinetic energy of reacting molecules.
  • C
    It displaces the equilibrium state to the right side.
  • D
    It decreases the velocity of the backward reaction.

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