Heterogeneous disadvantages

The catalyst deactivates, but after four runs the conversion is still significantly higher (> 99% after 2 h) as compared with the uncatalyzed reaction. Moreover, the Z-selectivity in all four runs is higher than 80%, whereas in the uncatalyzed reaction, it is typically only 30% (Z). The fact that the solid powder can be used several times furthermore supports the fact that the reaction mechanism is heterogeneous. The reason for the deactivation is unknown. A disadvantage of the nanoparticles is the difficulty of separation. Thus, in some cases the particles form col-... 

The Kumada-Corriu reaction is characterized by mild conditions and clean conversions [2]. A disadvantage of previous Kumada-Corriu reactions was due to the use of homogeneous catalysts, with more difficult product separation. Recently, an unsymmetrical salen-type nickel(II) complex was synthesized with a phenol functionality that allows this compound to be linked to Merrifield resin polymer beads (see original citation in [2]). By this means, heterogeneously catalyzed Kumada-Corriu reactions have become possible. 

Heterogeneous solid catalysts can enhance the performance. Chlorination has the disadvantage that small quantities of undesirable halogenated organic compounds can be formed. 

Polyoxometalate-catalyzed oxidations are carried out in homogeneous or heterogeneous systems. Write advantages and disadvantages of homogeneous and heterogeneous systems, respectively. 

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