Catalysis is at the heart of numerous industrial processes, including the production of chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and fuels. Key industries relying on catalysis include:
- Petrochemicals: Catalysts are used in cracking processes to break down large hydrocarbons into more valuable smaller molecules. - Pharmaceuticals: Catalysis plays a crucial role in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where selectivity and efficiency are paramount. - Environmental Applications: Catalysts are employed in processes like catalytic converters in automobiles to reduce harmful emissions and in water treatment to break down pollutants.
