CatalystsBrønsted
CatalystsBrønsted, also known as Brønsted catalysts, are substances that increase the rate of a chemical reaction by donating a proton (H+) to a reactant. This donation lowers the activation energy of the reaction, allowing it to proceed faster or at a lower temperature. Brønsted catalysts are not consumed in the overall reaction and can be recovered and reused. They are typically strong acids or weak acids that can readily release a proton.
The mechanism of Brønsted catalysis involves the protonation of a reactant, making it more reactive towards
Common examples of Brønsted catalysts include mineral acids like sulfuric acid (H2SO4) and hydrochloric acid (HCl),