Inhibitor

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-014357",
  "term": "Inhibitor",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. An agent that slows or interferes with a chemical reaction; a substance that reduces the activity of another substance (as an enzyme).\n\n2. Additive used to prevent or retard undesirable changes in the quality of the product, or in the condition of the equipment in which the product is used.",
  "references": [
    "CDC The Emergency Response Safey and Health Database Glossary",
    "DOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration Petroleum Refining Process at https://www.osha.gov/dts/osta/otm/otm_iv/otm_iv_2.html#3"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/inhibitor/"
}