What Challenges Exist in Surface Species Analysis?
Despite its importance, surface species analysis faces several challenges:
Complexity: The surface of a catalyst can be highly complex, with multiple types of species present, making it difficult to isolate and identify individual species. Sensitivity: Some surface species are present in very low concentrations, requiring highly sensitive analytical techniques. Dynamic Nature: Surface species can change rapidly under reaction conditions, necessitating in-situ or operando techniques to capture real-time data.
