"phase transfer catalysis" meaning in English

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Noun

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  1. (chemistry) A process in which the rate of a reaction in a heterogeneous two-phase system is enhanced by the addition of a substance that transfers one of the reactants across the interface between the two phases. Categories (topical): Chemistry Related terms: phase transfer catalyst
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