Question

homogenous and heterogenous catalyst1- state the definition of each one. 2- describe in detail the mechanism of each one. 3- give example of 2 industrial uses per catalyst type with balanced equations for the reactions each catalyzes and the catalyst name.

Answer 1

1) Homogeneous catalysts are those that occupy the same phase as the reaction mixture (generally liquid or gas), while heterogeneous catalysts occupy a different phase. Normally, heterogeneous catalysts are solid compounds that are added to liquid or gas reaction mixtures.