What Are Some Key Chemical Properties of Catalysts?
The effectiveness and utility of a catalyst are determined by several chemical properties:
Activity: The ability of a catalyst to increase the rate of a reaction. Selectivity: The ability to direct the reaction towards a specific product. Stability: The ability to maintain performance over time and resist deactivation. Surface Area: Particularly important for heterogeneous catalysts, a larger surface area allows more reactant molecules to interact with the catalyst.
