What Are the Risks of High Operating Temperatures?
While higher temperatures can accelerate reaction rates, they also pose several risks: 1. Catalyst Deactivation: Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can lead to sintering, where catalyst particles agglomerate, losing their surface area and effectiveness. 2. Side Reactions: Elevated temperatures might favor unwanted side reactions, compromising the selectivity of the desired product. 3. Thermal Degradation: Both the catalyst and organic reactants can undergo thermal degradation, resulting in the formation of byproducts or deactivating the catalyst.
