NEETChemistrySurface Chemistry
How is the rate of reaction increased in heterogeneous catalysis?
Options
- ABy increasing pressure
- BBy increasing temperature
- CBy adsorption of reactants on the catalyst surface
- DBy using a homogeneous catalyst
Correct answer
C. By adsorption of reactants on the catalyst surface
Step-by-step solution
The paragraph mentions that the adsorption of reactants on the solid surface of catalysts increases the rate of reaction in heterogeneous catalysis.