Catalyst

ENZH

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.