Question

which statement about catalysts is false? some catalysts change the way the reaction happens. catalysts share the same role as inhibitors. some catalysts provide a surface to improve the chance for correct orientation of reactants. catalysts are not used up during the reaction.

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• "Some catalysts change the way the reaction happens" is true (e.g., by providing an alternative reaction pathway).
• "Catalysts share the same role as inhibitors" is false. Catalysts increase reaction rates, while inhibitors decrease them.
• "Some catalysts provide a surface to improve the chance for correct orientation of reactants" is true (e.g., heterogeneous catalysts).
• "Catalysts are not used up during the reaction" is a fundamental property of catalysts.

Answer:

B. Catalysts share the same role as inhibitors