catalytic

British  

/ ˌkætəˈlɪtɪk /

adjective

1. of or relating to catalysis; involving a catalyst

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Other Word Forms

• catalytically adverb

Example Sentences

Between the wars, he created a catalytic cracker process that turned petroleum molecules into gasoline more efficiently, which also meant more pollution.

From Los Angeles Times

"With the ability to create aviation hubs, there was a major move in that diversification, because of the catalytic effect of aviation."

From BBC

These pores can host positively charged metal ions, which can significantly enhance catalytic performance.

From Science Daily

Technologies such as catalytic converters and particulate filters can help reduce these emissions, but they also increase the cost and complexity of engines.

From Science Daily

It relies on iron, which is inexpensive, widely available, and far less toxic than the rare and precious metals often used in catalytic chemistry.

From Science Daily