What are the Types of Catalysts Used in Sustainable Chemistry?
There are mainly three types of catalysts used in sustainable chemistry:
1. Homogeneous Catalysts: These are catalysts that exist in the same phase as the reactants. They offer advantages such as uniformity and ease of characterization. 2. Heterogeneous Catalysts: These catalysts exist in a different phase than the reactants, typically solid catalysts in liquid or gas reactions. They are easily separable and often reusable. 3. Biocatalysts: Enzymes and other biological molecules that catalyze reactions. They operate under mild conditions and are biodegradable.
