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catalysis

 

[ ˌkatəˈlɪsɪs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemistry

The acceleration or retardation of a chemical reaction by a substance that is not consumed in the reaction. Catalysis involves an increase in the rate of reaction without being consumed in the reaction itself.

Synonyms

acceleration, facilitation, promotion

Examples of usage

  • The catalyst plays a key role in the catalysis of this reaction.
  • Catalysis is essential in many industrial processes.
  • The process of catalysis can significantly speed up chemical reactions.

Translations

Translations of the word "catalysis" in other languages:

🇵🇹 catálise

🇮🇳 उत्प्रेरण

🇩🇪 Katalyse

🇮🇩 katalisis

🇺🇦 каталіз

🇵🇱 kataliza

🇯🇵 触媒作用

🇫🇷 catalyse

🇪🇸 catálisis

🇹🇷 kataliz

🇰🇷 촉매 작용

🇸🇦 تحفيز

🇨🇿 katalýza

🇸🇰 katalýza

🇨🇳 催化作用

🇸🇮 kataliza

🇮🇸 hvötun

🇰🇿 катализ

🇬🇪 კატალიზი

🇦🇿 kataliz

🇲🇽 catálisis

Word origin

The term 'catalysis' originates from the Greek word 'katalysis', meaning 'dissolution' or 'liquefaction'. The concept of catalysis has been known since ancient times, with early examples including the use of enzymes in fermentation processes. The modern understanding of catalysis has evolved through the work of scientists such as Berzelius and Ostwald, leading to its crucial role in various industrial processes and scientific advancements.

See also: biocatalyst, catalyst.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,851, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.