As the magnesium reacts, the hydrogen gas produced is collected by water displacement at 23.0oC. The pressure of the gas in the collection tube is measured to be 749 torr. Given that the equilibrium vapor pressure of water is 21 torr at 23.0oC, calculate the pressure that the H2(g) produced in the reaction would have if it were dry.

How does a catalyst increase the speed of a reaction? a. the catalyst eliminates the activated complex stage, allowing products to form immediately. b. the catalyst lowers the energy level of the reactants, making it easier for them to react. c. the catalyst makes it easier for the activated complex to form, lowering the activation energy. d. the catalyst raises the energy level of the products, making the reaction finish sooner. reset next