scope:

This terminology covers definitions of terms related to catalysts and catalysis.

NOTE 1-The Manual of Symbols and Terminology for Physicochemical Quantities and Units presents authoritative descriptions of many terms used in the field of catalysis.²

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

² "The Manual of Symbols and Terminology for Physicochemical Quantities and Units-Appendix II. Definitions, Terminology and Symbols in Colloid and Surface Chemistry. Part II: Heterogeneous Catalysis," Pure and Applied Chemistry, Vol 46, No. 1, 73-90(1976).