What Are Some Applications of Catalysis in Industry?
Catalysis is integral to numerous industrial processes:
- Petroleum Refining: Catalysts are used in processes like cracking and reforming to convert heavy hydrocarbons into lighter, more valuable products. - Chemical Synthesis: Many complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, are synthesized using catalytic processes. - Environmental Applications: Catalysts play a key role in reducing pollutants, for example, in the catalytic converters of cars, which reduce harmful emissions.
