How Does Catalysis Enhance Solar Energy Utilization?
Solar energy can be harnessed and converted into chemical energy through catalytic processes. For instance:
Photocatalytic water splitting - Catalysts enable the direct conversion of solar energy into hydrogen by splitting water molecules. Artificial photosynthesis - Catalysts mimic the natural process of photosynthesis to convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into oxygen and energy-rich compounds like glucose or methanol.
