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catalyses
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the acceleration or facilitation of a chemical reaction by a substance (catalyst) that remains unchanged at the end of the reaction
- Enzymatic catalysis plays a key role in biological processes, including the synthesis and breakdown of biomolecules in living organisms.
- The catalysis of the enzyme amylase accelerates the hydrolysis of starch into simpler sugars during digestion.
- The catalysis of platinum in the catalytic converter converts harmful gases from vehicle exhaust into less harmful substances.
- Iron provides catalysis in the Haber-Bosch process, facilitating the synthesis of ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen.
- Zeolites act as catalysts in refining processes, promoting the catalysis of hydrocarbons into valuable products.
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