Controlled feeding is vital in catalysis for several reasons: 1. Preventing Catalyst Deactivation: Overloading a catalyst with reactants can lead to deactivation due to poisoning or fouling. 2. Optimizing Reaction Conditions: By controlling the feed rate, one can maintain optimal temperature and pressure conditions within the reactor. 3. Improving Selectivity: Careful regulation of reactant concentrations can favor the formation of desired products over unwanted by-products.
