Which consequence results when an uncooled chemical microreactor's exothermic reaction enthalpy threshold rises with increased throughput?

💡 Explanation

Thermal runaway occurs, because increased throughput raises the reaction rate and enthalpy, driving exponential temperature increases. This outcome results in uncontrolled rate **acceleration of an exothermic reaction**, therefore a runaway occurs, rather than reaching equilibrium or altering catalyst properties without proper cooling measures.

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