What Are the Types of Radiation Used in Catalysis?
The primary types of radiation used in catalysis include: - Ultraviolet (UV) Light: Commonly used in photocatalysis to activate semiconductor catalysts. - Visible Light: Increasingly used due to its abundance and energy efficiency; often employed in solar-driven processes. - X-Rays: Utilized in advanced characterization techniques like X-ray diffraction (XRD) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) to study catalyst structures. - Microwaves: Used for rapid heating and enhancing reaction rates in microwave-assisted catalysis.
