How is Avogadro's Number Applied in Catalytic Reactions?
In catalytic reactions, Avogadro's Number is used to calculate the Turnover Number (TON) and Turnover Frequency (TOF), which are key metrics for evaluating catalyst performance. The TON is the number of substrate molecules that a single active site converts to product before becoming inactive. The TOF is the TON per unit time, indicating the efficiency of the catalyst. By knowing the number of molecules involved, chemists can optimize and scale up catalytic processes effectively.
