How Do Reactant Flow Rates Affect Catalytic Performance?
The performance of a catalytic process is highly sensitive to the reactant flow rates. At low flow rates, the reactants have more time to interact with the catalyst, potentially increasing the conversion efficiency but also possibly leading to catalyst deactivation due to overloading. High flow rates, however, may enhance throughput but can reduce the contact time, leading to lower conversion rates and higher amounts of unreacted feed. Striking the right balance is key to achieving optimal performance.
