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← ScienceWhich limitation determines maximum conversion rate in catalytic converters processing stoichiometric exhaust?
A)Diffusion rate of reactants to catalyst✓
B)Heat dissipation from exothermic reactions
C)Equilibrium constant at high temperature
D)Surface area reduction from catalyst sintering
💡 Explanation
When processing exhaust, the diffusion rate determines conversion because reactants must physically reach the catalyst surface for reaction, limiting the overall rate. The rate can't exceed the amount of fuel making its way through. Therefore, diffusion limits conversion, rather than heat dissipation, equilibrium or surface area changes that impact kinetics less directly.
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