Three phase batch reactions reaction parameters

The ways in which reaction parameters affect a two phase batch reaction are similar to those considered above for the three phase systems. Since there is no gas phase, agitation only serves to keep the catalyst suspended making it more accessible to the dissolved reactants so it only has a secondary effect on mass transfer processes. Substrate concentration and catalyst quantity are the two most important reaction variables in such reactions since both have an influence on the rate of migration of the reactants through the liquid/solid interface. Also of significant importance are the factors involved in minimizing pore diffusion factors the size of the catalyst particles and their pore structure. 

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