Catalysts are generally named using a combination of their chemical components and structural features. For example:
Heterogeneous Catalysts: These are labeled based on their phase and support material. An example is "Pd/C" for palladium on carbon. Homogeneous Catalysts: These are often named according to the complex they form, such as "Ru(bpy)â²âº" for tris(bipyridine)ruthenium(II). Biocatalysts: Enzymes are named based on the reaction they catalyze, such as "lipase" for lipid hydrolysis.
