MindMap Gallery Catalyst does not affect the equilibrium constant
A catalyst accelerates the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed and does not alter the equilibrium position of the reaction. The equilibrium constant (K) is a mathematical expression that describes the relationship between the concentrations of reactants and products at equilibrium. Thus, while a catalyst can significantly affect the speed of reaching equilibrium, it has no impact on the equilibrium constant or the final equilibrium position.
Edited at 2024-12-10 08:54:49