Carbon supports work by providing a large surface area where catalytic reactions can occur. The high surface area allows for the dispersion of metal nanoparticles, increasing the number of active sites available for the reaction. Additionally, the porous nature of carbon supports facilitates the diffusion of reactants and products, enhancing the overall efficiency of the catalytic process. Carbon supports can also be modified to introduce functional groups that interact with the active sites, further improving catalytic performance.
