Characterization is crucial to understand the physical and chemical properties of the catalyst. Techniques include:
- BET Surface Area Measurement: Determines the surface area of the catalyst. - X-ray Diffraction (XRD): Provides information about the crystalline structure. - Temperature-Programmed Reduction (TPR): Assesses the reducibility of the catalyst. - Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM): Offers insights into the morphology of the catalyst.