What types of catalysts benefit from being at the nanometer scale?
Several types of catalysts benefit from being at the nanometer scale, including: 1. Heterogeneous Catalysts: These are catalysts that exist in a different phase than the reactants, typically solid catalysts in liquid or gas reactions. Nanoparticles can provide more active sites and improved stability. 2. Enzymatic Catalysts: Nanomaterials can be used to mimic enzyme activity or improve the functionality of biological catalysts. 3. Photocatalysts: Nanomaterials can enhance light absorption and charge separation in photocatalytic processes, making them more efficient.
