Several key factors influence the effectiveness of the catalyst preparation process:
Purity of Precursors The purity of the starting materials is essential in achieving a high-performance catalyst. Impurities can poison the active sites and reduce the catalyst's effectiveness.
pH and Temperature The pH and temperature conditions during preparation can significantly affect the properties of the final catalyst. For example, the pH can influence the size and distribution of the precipitated particles, while the temperature can affect the crystallinity and phase composition.
Calcination Calcination is the process of heating the dried precursor to a high temperature in the presence of air or an inert atmosphere. This step is crucial for removing volatile components and achieving the desired crystalline structure.
