katalysation
Katalysation, also known as catalysis, refers to the process by which the rate of a chemical reaction is increased by the addition of a substance known as a catalyst. A catalyst is a material that participates in a chemical reaction but remains chemically unchanged at the end of the process. This means it can be reused repeatedly without being consumed. Catalysts work by providing an alternative reaction pathway with a lower activation energy, thereby speeding up the reaction without altering the equilibrium position or the overall thermodynamics of the process.
Catalysis plays a crucial role in both natural and industrial processes. In biological systems, enzymes act
Catalysts can be classified into two main types: homogeneous and heterogeneous. Homogeneous catalysts exist in the
The study of catalysis is a key area of research in chemistry and chemical engineering, as it