Catalyze
volume
British pronunciation/kˈatɐlˌaɪz/
American pronunciation/ˈkætəˌɫaɪz/

Definition & Meaning of "catalyze"

to catalyze
01

to increase the rate of a chemical reaction

02

to initiate or accelerate a process

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Example
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Certain metals, such as palladium and nickel, can catalyze hydrogenation reactions in organic synthesis.
The addition of a small amount of acid can catalyze the hydrolysis of certain compounds.
In the presence of sunlight, chlorophyll in plant cells can catalyze the conversion of carbon dioxide and water into glucose.
Platinum is known to catalyze the oxidation of hydrogen gas in fuel cells.
Enzymes play a crucial role in living organisms as they catalyze biochemical reactions necessary for cellular functions.
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