Which of the following statements is true for a catalyst?
- A$A$ catalyst increases the rate of reaction by lowering the activation energy.
- B$A$ catalyst does not participate in the reaction mechanism.
- CIf $\Delta G$ is more negative,it can be said that the catalyst speeds up the reaction.
- D$A$ catalyst shifts the equilibrium constant of the reaction in favor of the forward reaction.
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