Chemistry A-Level
regeneration of the catalyst
What regeneration of the catalyst means in Chemistry A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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It usually reacts, forming an intermediate, and is then regenerated in a later step, which is why the amount is unchanged.
Topics that use regeneration of the catalyst
- Catalysts (AQA A-Level)
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