The influence of the (100) facet on catalysis can be attributed to several factors: - Adsorption Sites: The (100) facet provides specific adsorption sites that can stabilize intermediate species during a reaction. - Electronic Properties: The electronic structure of the (100) facet can facilitate or hinder electron transfer processes essential for catalytic reactions. - Geometric Structure: The arrangement of atoms on the (100) facet can create favorable conditions for certain reactions, such as breaking chemical bonds.
