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A catalyst is a substance that can be in a solid, liquid or gaseous form. The aim of a catalyst is to increase the [[ | A catalyst is a substance that can be in a solid, liquid or gaseous form. The aim of a catalyst is to increase the [[Rate of reaction|rate of a reaction]] by lowering the activation [[Enthalpy|enthalpy]] of a [[Reaction|reaction]]. Meaning a higher majority of the [[Atoms|atoms]] or [[Molecules|molecules]] can react, so more product is formed from reactants. A catalyst itself is unchanged at the end of a reaction, therefore, can be re used. | ||
See [[Catalysis|Catalysis]]. | |||
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A catalyst is a substance that can be in a solid, liquid or gaseous form. The aim of a catalyst is to increase the rate of a reaction by lowering the activation enthalpy of a reaction. Meaning a higher majority of the atoms or molecules can react, so more product is formed from reactants. A catalyst itself is unchanged at the end of a reaction, therefore, can be re used.
See Catalysis.