What are the Applications of Volumetric Blending in Catalysis?
Volumetric blending is used in numerous catalytic applications including heterogeneous catalysis, homogeneous catalysis, and biocatalysis. In heterogeneous catalysis, solid catalysts are mixed with liquid or gas reactants to facilitate reactions such as hydrogenation, oxidation, and cracking. In homogeneous catalysis, liquid-phase reactions benefit from volumetric blending to ensure uniform distribution of soluble catalysts. Biocatalysis, involving enzymes, also utilizes volumetric blending to optimize the interaction between enzymes and substrates.
