Competition in catalysis can be classified into several types, including:
Competitive Inhibition: This occurs when a substrate and an inhibitor compete for the same active site on the catalyst. An example is the inhibition of enzymes by specific molecules. Substrate Competition: Multiple substrates compete for the active sites of the catalyst, affecting the overall reaction rates and selectivity. Product Inhibition: The products of the reaction compete with substrates for the catalyst's active sites, potentially slowing down the reaction as it proceeds.
