What is the Role of Support Materials in Heterogeneous Catalysis?
In heterogeneous catalysis, the catalyst is often supported on a material that enhances its activity, stability, and selectivity. Support materials can:
1. Disperse Active Sites: Increasing the surface area and making more active sites available. 2. Enhance Stability: Providing mechanical stability and resistance to sintering or deactivation. 3. Modify Electronic Properties: Affecting the electronic environment of the active sites, thereby influencing catalytic performance.
