What are Azeotropes and How Do They Affect Catalysis?
Azeotropes are unique mixtures of two or more liquids that exhibit the same composition in both liquid and vapor phases at a specific temperature and pressure. They pose challenges in separation processes but can be leveraged in catalysis to achieve specific reaction outcomes. Understanding the VLE behavior of azeotropic mixtures can help in designing more efficient catalytic processes, especially in distillation and extraction operations.
