Key metrics for evaluating catalyst performance include:
Turnover frequency (TOF): The number of catalytic cycles per active site per unit time. Turnover number (TON): The total number of catalytic cycles before the catalyst deactivates. Reaction rate: The speed at which reactants are converted to products. Selectivity: The ability of the catalyst to produce the desired product over undesired by-products. Stability: The ability of the catalyst to maintain performance over time.
