What is the role of an inhibitor in a chemical reaction?

A. Increases the rate of reaction
B. Decreases the rate of reaction
C. Has no effect on reaction rate
D. Increases the activation energy

Answer: Decreases the rate of reaction

Additional Information: Inhibitors slow down or prevent a reaction from occurring.

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