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What is another word for catalyze?

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[ kˈatɐlˌa͡ɪz], [ kˈatɐlˌa‍ɪz], [ k_ˈa_t_ɐ_l_ˌaɪ_z]

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How to use "Catalyze" in context?

The word "catalyze" is derived from the Greek words "katalysos" meaning "to hasten or cause to happen suddenly," and "aktuo" meaning "to act or produce." A catalytic agent is something that helps speed up a process. Catalysts belong to two main categories: physical and chemical catalysts. Physical catalysts are materials that do the job of helping a chemical reaction take place. Chemical catalysts are substances that help catalyze a chemical reaction by altering its chemical properties.

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