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しょくばい (shokubai)
触媒

catalyst

💡 Nuance & Usage: Primarily a scientific/chemical term for a substance that accelerates a chemical reaction without being consumed. Can also be used metaphorically for something that brings about change or development.

📝 Example Sentences

この反応には、白金が触媒として用いられている。
Platinum is used as a catalyst in this reaction.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "触媒"!

科学研究において、新しい_______の開発は非常に重要だ。
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日本語: 化学反応を促進する物質を「触媒」と言います。文脈からこの語が適切です。
English: A substance that accelerates a chemical reaction is called a "catalyst." This word is appropriate given the context.
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