Synergism

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011761",
  "term": "Synergism",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A phenomenon where the combined effect of two or more substances or agents is greater than the sum of their individual effects. In chemistry, this can refer to enhanced extraction efficiency in solvent extraction or increased catalytic activity. For instance, two extractants might work together to achieve a higher distribution ratio for a metal ion than either could alone.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "toxicity"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1993, 65, 2373. 'Nomenclature for liquid-liquid distribution (solvent extraction) (IUPAC Recommendations 1993)' on page 2379 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199365112373)",
    "PAC, 1993, 65, 2003. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 1993)' on page 2103 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199365092003)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/synergism/"
}