catalytic

/ˌkætəˈlɪtɪk/
adjective
  1. Causing or relating to a process that speeds up a chemical reaction.
    • A catalytic reaction occurs when the substance helps other chemicals change faster.
    • The catalytic process in the factory reduces harmful emissions.
    • Scientists are studying the catalytic properties of this new material.
  2. Causing an important change or development to happen.
    • The new policy had a catalytic effect on the country's economy.
    • The discovery played a catalytic role in the advancement of medical science.
    • Her leadership was catalytic in transforming the small business into a large company.
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