Assertion: A catalyst increases the rate of a reaction.
Reason: In presence of a catalyst, the activation energy of the reaction decreases.

Options

A. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True and Statement-2 is a correct explanation for Statement-1
B. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True and Statement-2 is NOT a correct explanation for Statement-1
C. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is False
D. Statement-1 is False, Statement-2 is True

Explanation

A catalyst increases the rate of a reaction by providing a mechanism with lower activation energy.