The surface area and pore size of a catalyst are critical for its performance. They influence the accessibility of active sites and the diffusion of reactants and products. These properties are typically measured using:
- Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) Method: Determines the surface area by nitrogen adsorption. - Barrett-Joyner-Halenda (BJH) Method: Analyzes pore size distribution by interpreting adsorption and desorption isotherms.
