NEETChemistrySurface Chemistry
What effect does the addition of manganese dioxide have on the decomposition of potassium chlorate?
Options
- AIt raises the decomposition temperature
- BIt accelerates the decomposition at a lower temperature
- CIt has no effect on decomposition
- DIt forms a new compound with potassium chlorate
Correct answer
B. It accelerates the decomposition at a lower temperature
Step-by-step solution
The paragraph states that the addition of manganese dioxide accelerates the decomposition of potassium chlorate at a considerably lower temperature range.