Reductive treatments are essential for several reasons:
Activation of Catalysts: Some catalysts require activation through reduction to become active. For instance, nickel catalysts used in hydrogenation reactions need to be reduced from their oxide form to metallic nickel. Regeneration of Catalysts: Catalysts can lose their activity due to the formation of oxides or other inactive species. Reductive treatments can regenerate these catalysts by reducing the oxides back to their active metallic form. Surface Modification: Reductive treatments can alter the surface properties of catalysts, such as their dispersion and particle size, which can significantly impact their catalytic performance.
