The application of X-ray pulses in catalysis is crucial for several reasons:
1. Real-Time Observation: X-ray pulses enable the real-time observation of dynamic processes, providing insights into reaction mechanisms and intermediates that are otherwise challenging to capture. 2. Atomic Resolution: The high energy of X-ray pulses allows for the examination of the atomic structure of catalysts, facilitating the identification of active sites and structural changes during reactions. 3. Electronic Structure Analysis: X-ray spectroscopy techniques, such as X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) and X-ray emission spectroscopy (XES), can be used to study the electronic states of catalytic materials.
