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Catalyst
01
(chemistry) a substance that causes a chemical reaction to happen at a faster rate without undergoing any chemical change itself
Examples
Enzymes are naturally occurring biological catalysts that allow complex metabolic reactions to proceed efficiently in living cells.
Platinum nanoparticles acted as an effective catalyst for the reaction, significantly lowering the activation energy needed.
02
a person, thing, or event that provokes or accelerates change or activity by introducing new perspectives or actions
Examples
The new policy acted as a catalyst for reform within the organization.
The unexpected merger served as a catalyst for industry-wide changes.
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