Question

What is the benefit of using a shortcut in a reaction between two chemicals? A shortcut would ensure a safer reaction. A shortcut may provide a faster reaction. A reaction with a shortcut would yield more chemical output. A reaction with a shortcut would require less chemical input.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer will be option-A shortcut may provide a faster reaction.

Explanation:

A chemical reaction proceeds if the activation energy of a reaction exceeds the threshold activation energy (minimum energy required to proceed with a reaction).

The shortcut used during the chemical reaction is known as a catalyst which increases the velocity or rate of a reaction by lowering the activation energy of a chemical reaction.

Since lowering the activation energy help increase the speed of reaction, therefore, the selected option is the correct answer.

Answer 2

In biological systems, the chemical reactions concerning glucose and ATP as a product are vital for cellular respiration and photosynthesis. Shortcuts reduce the activation energy, which increases the net "gain" of products. I would go with the last one.