What are Some Examples of Polysaccharide-Based Catalysts?
- Cellulose: Modified cellulose can be used to create acid and base catalysts for esterification and transesterification reactions. - Chitosan: This polysaccharide is frequently used to stabilize metal nanoparticles, which are effective catalysts for various organic reactions. - Starch: Enzymatically modified starches are utilized in bio-catalytic processes, such as the production of bioethanol.
