Biocatalyst
Pronunciation: /ˈˌbaɪoʊˈkætəɫəst/
Biocatalyst (noun)
- A natural or engineered substance, often an enzyme, that makes chemical reactions happen faster in living things or lab systems.
- A biological material, such as cells or microorganisms, used to drive or control a chemical change.
Examples
- A biocatalyst can speed reactions in a lab.
- The biocatalyst speeds reactions when conditions are right.