autocatalytic

Adjective

Meaning

relating to or proceeding by autocatalysis

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

catalysis electroless contact action autocatalytically currentless electrolessly de-energised electro-less

Related terms

autocatalysis

Examples

Environmental pollutants can react with paper to form acids that promote oxidation, creating more acid as a by-product, which results in a positive feedback loop of autocatalytic destruction. Source: Internet

Such an autocatalytic set of ribozymes, capable of self replication in about an hour, has been identified. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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