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Topic: Inventions

catalase

IPA: /ˈkætəˌleɪz/

KK: /ˈkætəˌleɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that helps break down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, which is important for protecting cells from damage.

Example: Catalase is essential for preventing the buildup of hydrogen peroxide in cells.

catalatic

IPA: /ˌkætəˈlætɪk/

KK: /kætəˈlætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of enzyme that helps speed up chemical reactions in living organisms.

Example: The catalatic properties of the enzyme are essential for breaking down hydrogen peroxide in cells.

catalo

IPA: /ˈkætəloʊ/

KK: /kætəloʊ/

noun

Definition: A hybrid animal that is a cross between a domestic cattle and a bison, often bred for specific traits.

Example: The farmer raised a catalo for its strength and adaptability to harsh conditions.

catalyse

IPA: /ˈkætəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈkætəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To cause or accelerate a reaction or process, especially in a chemical context.

Example: The enzyme will catalyse the breakdown of the substrate into simpler molecules.

catalysis

IPA: /kæˈtælɪsɪs/

KK: /kæˈtælɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process of speeding up a chemical reaction by using a substance that does not change during the reaction.

Example: The scientist studied the effects of catalysis on the reaction rate.

catalyst

IPA: /ˈkæt.əl.ɪst/

KK: /ˈkætəˌlɪst/

noun

Definition: A substance that helps a chemical reaction happen faster without being used up in the process, or something that causes a significant change or action to occur.

Example: The scientist added a catalyst to the reaction to speed it up.

catalytic

IPA: /ˌkætəˈlɪtɪk/

KK: /kætəˈlɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a process that causes a change or helps something to happen more quickly, especially in chemical reactions.

Example: The catalytic converter in cars helps reduce harmful emissions.

catalytically

IPA: /ˌkætəˈlɪtɪkli/

KK: /kætəˈlɪtɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes or speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

Example: The enzyme works catalytically to accelerate the reaction.

catalyze

IPA: //ˈkætəlaɪz//

KK: /ˈkætəˌlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To cause or accelerate a change or reaction, especially in a chemical process or in a broader context.

Example: The new policy is expected to catalyze improvements in public health.

catalyzer

IPA: /ˈkætəˌlaɪzər/

KK: /ˈkætəˌlaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

Example: The catalyzer helped speed up the reaction in the laboratory experiment.

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