There are several techniques to study catalytic mechanisms, including:
- Spectroscopic Methods: Techniques like infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and X-ray diffraction provide information about the structure of catalysts and intermediates. - Kinetic Studies: Measuring the reaction rates and determining the order of reactions help in understanding the mechanism. - Computational Methods: Quantum mechanical calculations and molecular dynamics simulations can predict reaction pathways and intermediates.
