Chemistry: Graduate Lecture Series: (CA3) Thermodynamics and Kinetics in Catalysis (2L)

CATALYSIS (CA)

(CA3) Thermodynamics and Kinetics in Catalysis (2L)

(please note that this course was due to be held on 16 and 18 February 2015)

Good knowledge of kinetics and thermodynamics is often required for the elucidation of catalytic reaction mechanisms. While a catalyst does not alter the overall thermodynamics of a catalysed reaction, equilibrium reactions may still be part of the catalytic cycle. In this course we will look first briefly at the role of the catalyst with respect to kinetics and thermodynamics, before investigating methods and techniques used to gain insight into catalytic reaction mechanisms. Finally, some examples from literature will be highlighted where kinetic and thermodynamic investigations played a crucial role in the elucidation of the reaction mechanism and led to significant improvement of this catalytic reaction.

Postgraduates in the Department of Chemistry

Lecture

1 hour