How Does Catalyst Capacity Relate to Turnover Number (TON) and Turnover Frequency (TOF)?
The capacity of a catalyst is closely related to its Turnover Number (TON) and Turnover Frequency (TOF). The TON is the number of moles of reactant that a mole of catalyst can convert before becoming inactive. The TOF is a measure of how many times a catalytic cycle occurs per unit time. Both of these metrics provide insights into the efficiency and durability of a catalyst. A high TON and TOF indicate a high-capacity catalyst that can sustain a high rate of reaction over an extended period.
