What are Some Examples of Catalysts that Lower Energy Consumption?
Several types of catalysts are designed to lower energy consumption in various reactions:
Enzymes: Biological catalysts that operate at ambient temperatures and pressures, making processes like fermentation highly efficient. Heterogeneous catalysts: Used in processes like catalytic cracking in petroleum refining, these catalysts facilitate reactions at lower temperatures. Homogeneous catalysts: These catalysts are soluble in the reaction medium and often used in fine chemical synthesis, lowering the energy required for complex organic reactions.
