katalisis
katalísis with stress marks
catalysis
Usage Note
Katalisis is a scientific loanword used in chemistry and biology education to describe the acceleration of a chemical reaction by a catalyst. It is primarily a technical term encountered in school science subjects and academic writing rather than everyday conversation.
Examples
" Mabilis ang reaksyon dahil sa katalisis. "
Natural Translation
The reaction is fast because of catalysis.
Literal Translation
Fast the reaction because of-the catalysis.
" Iniaaral ng mga estudyante ang katalisis sa klase ng kimika. "
Natural Translation
Students study catalysis in chemistry class.
Literal Translation
Study the students the catalysis in-the class of chemistry.
" Ipinaliwanag ng guro na ang katalisis ay nagpapabilis ng reaksiyon nang hindi nauubos ang katalista mismo. "
Natural Translation
The teacher explained that catalysis speeds up a reaction without the catalyst itself being consumed.
Literal Translation
Explained by-the teacher that the catalysis speeds-up of reaction without consumed the catalyst itself.
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