NEETChemistryAldehydes and Ketones
What is the purpose of using a catalyst in the Rosenmund reduction?
Options
- ATo provide energy for the reaction
- BTo increase the reaction temperature
- CTo speed up the reaction without being consumed
- DTo act as a reactant in the reaction
Correct answer
C. To speed up the reaction without being consumed
Step-by-step solution
Catalysts are used to increase the reaction rate without being consumed in the reaction.