What are the Challenges Associated with Laminar Flow?
Despite its benefits, laminar flow also presents certain challenges in catalytic processes: 1. Limited Mixing: The lack of turbulence means that mixing of reactants is limited, which can be a drawback in reactions requiring thorough mixing. 2. Diffusion Limitation: As mass transfer is diffusion-limited, the rate of reactant supply to the catalytic sites can be slow, potentially slowing down the overall reaction rate.
