A catalyst is often shown in a reaction equation above the arrow between the reactants and the products. Why is it shown in this location?
A. Because it is not a chemical. It is a process.
B. Because it must be kept outside the reaction container.
C. Because it helps the reaction go from reactants to products more quickly.
D. Because it never actually comes in contact with the reactants or the products.

Question

A catalyst is often shown in a reaction equation above the arrow between the reactants and the products. Why is it shown in this location?
 A. Because it is not a chemical. It is a process.
 B. Because it must be kept outside the reaction container.
 C. Because it helps the reaction go from reactants to products more quickly.
 D. Because it never actually comes in contact with the reactants or the products.