Catalyst
EN→ZH
What Does Catalyst Mean?
- 催化剂
- 促进因素
Catalyst Pronunciation
/ˈkæt.əl.ɪst/
Catalyst Definition
noun
Definition
A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without itself undergoing any permanent chemical change.
In ZH
一种在不发生永久性化学变化的情况下增加化学反应速度的物质。
How to Use Catalyst in a Sentence
- Enzymes act as catalysts in biological reactions.
- The catalyst sped up the reaction significantly.
- Adding a catalyst can help lower the activation energy needed.
- In many industrial processes, catalysts are essential for efficiency.
- A small amount of catalyst can have a large effect on the reaction rate.
noun
Definition
A person or thing that precipitates an event or change.
In ZH
引发事件或变化的人或事物。
How to Use Catalyst in a Sentence
- The activist served as a catalyst for social change.
- Her speech was a catalyst for the movement.
- Technology can be a catalyst for economic growth.
- The new policy acted as a catalyst for innovation.
- He saw himself as a catalyst in the team dynamics.