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''For the software, see [[Catalyst (search program)]].'' | ''For the software, see [[Catalyst (search program)]] | ||
Do not confuse with [[catacryst]].'' | |||
A '''catalyst''' is an object that participates in a reaction but emerges from it unharmed. The term is mostly applied to [[still life]]s, but can also be used for [[oscillator]]s, [[spaceship]]s, and other [[pattern]]s. The still lifes and oscillators which form a [[conduit]] are examples of catalysts. | A '''catalyst''' is an object that participates in a reaction but emerges from it unharmed. The term is mostly applied to [[still life]]s, but can also be used for [[oscillator]]s, [[spaceship]]s, and other [[pattern]]s. The still lifes and oscillators which form a [[conduit]] are examples of catalysts. | ||
Revision as of 16:13, 31 October 2016
For the software, see Catalyst (search program)
Do not confuse with catacryst.
A catalyst is an object that participates in a reaction but emerges from it unharmed. The term is mostly applied to still lifes, but can also be used for oscillators, spaceships, and other patterns. The still lifes and oscillators which form a conduit are examples of catalysts.
External links
- Catalyst at the Life Lexicon