How Do Kinetics and Thermodynamics Influence Catalytic Reactions?
The kinetics of a catalytic reaction describe the rate at which the reaction proceeds, which is influenced by factors such as temperature, pressure, and catalyst concentration. The thermodynamics, on the other hand, determine the feasibility and equilibrium position of the reaction. Catalysts do not alter the thermodynamic properties of the reaction (such as the Gibbs free energy change), but they do enable the system to reach equilibrium faster.
