Several factors can contribute to kinetic limitations in catalysis:
- Activation Energy: High activation energy can slow down the reaction rate. - Mass Transfer: Poor mass transfer can limit the availability of reactants at the catalyst surface. - Surface Area: Limited catalyst surface area can reduce the number of active sites available for the reaction. - Temperature and Pressure: Suboptimal temperature and pressure conditions can hinder reaction kinetics. - Catalyst Deactivation: Catalyst poisoning, sintering, or fouling can reduce the catalyst's active surface area, slowing down the reaction.
