Anticatalyst (Noun)
Meaning
(chemistry) a substance that retards a chemical reaction or diminishes the activity of a catalyst.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The researchers discovered that the presence of the metal ion acted as an anticatalyst, slowing down the reaction rate by 30%.
- The anticatalyst properties of the additive were found to be concentration-dependent, with higher concentrations leading to greater inhibition of the reaction.
- In the presence of the anticatalyst, the yield of the product decreased significantly, highlighting the need for a more efficient catalyst system.
- The company's patented technology involves the use of a unique anticatalyst that selectively inhibits the undesirable side reaction.
- By introducing an anticatalyst into the reaction mixture, the chemists were able to control the reaction rate and improve the overall efficiency of the process.