How did Gerhard Ertl's research advance heterogeneous catalysis?
Gerhard Ertl advanced the field of heterogeneous catalysis by providing detailed insights into the mechanisms of reactions occurring on solid surfaces. His work utilized advanced techniques such as surface science and spectroscopy to study catalytic processes at an atomic level. Ertl's research has had profound implications for industries relying on catalysis, such as the automotive industry for catalytic converters and the chemical industry for ammonia synthesis.
