catalysis

(noun)

The increase in the rate of a chemical reaction by lowering its activation energy.

Related Terms

  • energy coupling
  • transition state
  • activation energy

Examples of catalysis in the following topics:

  • Activation Energy

    • In other words, in order for important cellular reactions to occur at significant rates (number of reactions per unit time), their activation energies must be lowered; this is referred to as catalysis.
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