How Do p Orbitals Affect Adsorption in Heterogeneous Catalysis?
In heterogeneous catalysis, reactants adsorb onto the surface of solid catalysts. The nature of this adsorption often depends on the interaction between the p orbitals of the reactants and the surface atoms of the catalyst. For instance, in metal oxide catalysts, the p orbitals of oxygen atoms can interact with the orbitals of adsorbed species, influencing the strength and nature of adsorption. This interaction can affect the overall catalytic activity and selectivity.
