Several metrics are used for quantifying catalytic performance:
1. Turnover Frequency (TOF): It measures the number of substrate molecules that a single catalyst site converts per unit time. Higher TOF values indicate a more efficient catalyst. 2. Turnover Number (TON): This metric indicates the total number of substrate molecules converted by a single catalyst site before it becomes inactive. Higher TON values suggest better catalyst longevity. 3. Catalytic Efficiency: This is a measure of how effectively a catalyst facilitates a reaction, taking into account both the rate of reaction and the amount of catalyst used.
