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AP Chemistry
5.11 Catalysis
5.6 Reaction Energy Profile
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Potential energy profile for the reaction \(\text{X(g)} \rightarrow \text{Y(g)}\) with and without a catalyst.
Potential energy profile for the reaction \(\text{X(g)} \rightarrow \text{Y(g)}\) with and without a catalyst.
The potential energy profile for the exothermic reaction \(\text{X(g)} \rightarrow \text{Y(g)}\) in the presence and absence of a catalyst is shown in the diagram. Which of the following statements correctly describes the effect of adding the catalyst to the reaction mixture, and provides the correct justification?

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