Meaning of the word catalysis in English

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catalysis

US /kəˈtæl.ə.sɪs/
UK /kəˈtæl.ə.sɪs/
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Noun

1.

the acceleration of a chemical reaction by a catalyst

Example:
Enzymes are biological catalysts that facilitate catalysis in living organisms.
The industrial process relies on efficient catalysis to produce chemicals.
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