๐Ÿงชap chemistry review

Catalyst

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

A catalyst is a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction but isn't consumed in the process.

AP course connection

Topic 5.1: 5.1 Reaction Rates

Unit 5
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