The most notable consequences of over activation include:
Reduced Selectivity: The catalyst may begin to facilitate multiple reactions, leading to a mixture of products rather than the desired single product. Catalyst Deactivation: Over activation can result in the formation of by-products that may poison or block the active sites of the catalyst, rendering it inactive. Increased Costs: The production of undesired by-products necessitates additional purification steps, thereby increasing operational costs.
