Question

The following phase diagram shows how a catalyst affected the rate of a reaction.

Answer 1

The correct  answer is C

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is "The catalyst decreased the activation energy of the reactants."

Explanation:

Activation energy is the minimum energy required to start a reaction. A catalyst lowers the activation energy of a reaction. Here the catalyst lowers the activation energy of the reactant, thus making it easier to start to the reaction. In the absence of a catalyst the activation energy of the reactant will be higher.