Some reactions are more sluggish than others.To speed up these reactions and save energy a(n)________ is sometimes added.
A)catalyst
B)activator
C)heat source
D)exotherm
E)reaction profile

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A catalyst is a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction by providing an alternative reaction pathway with lower activation energy. This allows the reactants to more easily form products, leading to a faster reaction rate. Adding a catalyst can save energy and resources by reducing the need for high temperatures or pressures to achieve a desired reaction rate. Options B, C, D, and E are either not applicable or not directly related to the concept of speeding up sluggish reactions.

Some Reactions Are More Sluggish Than Others