Despite their many advantages, zeolites also face some challenges:
Pore Blockage: The pores of zeolites can become blocked by large molecules or reaction by-products, reducing their catalytic efficiency. Limited Pore Size: The fixed pore size of zeolites can limit their applicability to reactions involving larger molecules. Deactivation: Zeolites can lose their catalytic activity over time due to coking or other forms of catalyst poisoning.
Ongoing research aims to address these challenges by developing new types of zeolites with improved properties and resistance to deactivation.
