Principles of Heterogeneous Catalysis

The video tutorial explores homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, focusing on their mechanisms, applications, and challenges. Homogeneous catalysis is used for complex molecules under mild conditions, while heterogeneous catalysis is prevalent in the chemical industry due to its stability and recyclability. The tutorial delves into adsorption, surface defects, and the importance of maximizing contact area in heterogeneous catalysis. It also discusses catalyst stability issues like fouling and leaching, and introduces hybrid catalysis and flow chemistry as innovative approaches.

What is homogeneous catalysis and how does it differ from heterogeneous catalysis?

What are the advantages of heterogeneous catalysis compared to homogeneous catalysis?

Explain the significance of adsorption in the catalytic process.

Discuss the importance of maximizing the contact area between catalytic metals and reactants.

Describe the role of defects in catalytic surfaces and their impact on catalysis.

What challenges are associated with the stability and life expectancy of solid catalysts?

How does flow chemistry differ from batch processing in the context of catalysis?