The catalytic reaction that depends upon the pore structure of the catalyst and the size of the reactant and product molecules is called shape selective catalysis. Zeolites are good shape catalysts due to there honeycomb – like structure. The reactions taking place in zeolites depends upon the size and the shape of reactant and product molecules as well as upon the pores and cavities of the zeolites.
What is shape – selective catalysis? Give an example of shape selective catalyst.
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The catalytic reaction that depends upon the pore structure of the catalyst and the size of the reactant and product molecules is called shape selective catalysis. Zeolites are good shape catalysts due to there honeycomb – like structure. The reactions taking place in zeolites depends upon the size and the shape of reactant and product molecules as well as upon the pores and cavities of the zeolites.