Heterogeneous Catalysis: Transport Effects

This lecture covers the fundamental concepts of heterogeneous catalysis, including surface reactivity, elementary step kinetics, and the analysis of rate data. It also delves into the effects of transport phenomena on catalytic reactions, such as external and internal mass transfer, and the calculation of effectiveness factors. The instructor emphasizes the importance of material balances and provides insights into the Madon-Boudart rules for catalyst evaluation. Additionally, the lecture explores the impact of heat transfer on reaction kinetics and introduces criteria for assessing diffusion effects in catalytic systems.