How Does Catalysis Facilitate Selective Extraction?
Catalysis facilitates selective extraction through several mechanisms:
Adsorption - Specific catalysts can adsorb the target molecules onto their surface, making it easier to separate them from the mixture. Affinity - Catalysts can be designed to have a higher affinity for the desired component, ensuring that it is preferentially extracted. Reaction Pathways - Catalysts can alter the reaction pathway to favor the formation of the desired product, which can then be selectively extracted.
