Sulfur reacts with oxygen to produce sulfur dioxide, but only if the high activation energy is supplied. Which condition will lower the activation energy the most?
A)stirring the mixture
B)heating the mixture
C)using a catalyst
D)activation energy cannot be lowered

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Using a catalyst is the most effective way to lower the activation energy for a chemical reaction. Catalysts provide an alternative pathway for the reaction that has a lower activation energy, thus increasing the rate of the reaction without being consumed in the process.

Sulfur Reacts with Oxygen to Produce Sulfur Dioxide, but Only