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Define the term Catalysis.

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The phenomenon of increasing the rate of a chemical reaction with the help of a catalyst is known as catalysis.

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Chapter 11: Adsorption and Colloids - Exercises [Page 173]

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Balbharati Chemistry [English] Standard 11 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 11 Adsorption and Colloids
Exercises | Q 3. (A)(c) | Page 173

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