A catalyst is said to be a negative catalyst, if it
(A) Retards the rate of reaction
(B) Reduces the value of equilibrium constant
(C) Does not initiate the reaction
(D) All (A), (B) and (C)

1 Answer

Answer :

(A) Retards the rate of reaction

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