What Factors Influence the Rate of Reactant Conversion?
Several factors can influence the rate of reactant conversion in catalytic processes:
1. Catalyst Activity: The intrinsic ability of the catalyst to facilitate the reaction. 2. Temperature: Higher temperatures generally increase reaction rates but can also deactivate some catalysts. 3. Pressure: Particularly in gas-phase reactions, pressure can influence the rate and equilibrium of the reaction. 4. Concentration: The concentration of reactants can affect the likelihood of collisions between reactant molecules and the catalyst. 5. Surface Area: In heterogeneous catalysis, a larger surface area of the catalyst provides more active sites for the reaction.
