How Do Gaseous Reactants Interact with Solid Catalysts?
The interaction between gaseous reactants and solid catalysts generally occurs at the surface of the catalyst. This involves several steps: adsorption of the gas molecules onto the catalyst surface, reaction between adsorbed species, and desorption of the products. Different types of adsorption, such as physisorption and chemisorption, play significant roles in determining the overall efficiency of the catalytic process.
