What are the Implications of Channeling in Different Types of Catalysis?
Channeling has different implications depending on the type of catalysis:
1. Heterogeneous Catalysis: Here, channeling can cause hot spots and cold spots within the reactor, leading to uneven reaction rates and potentially damaging the catalyst. 2. Homogeneous Catalysis: While less common, channeling can still occur in systems where catalysts are immobilized on a support, leading to similar inefficiencies as in heterogeneous catalysis. 3. Enzymatic Catalysis: In biocatalysis, channeling can affect the distribution of substrates and products, impacting enzyme efficiency and overall reaction rates.
