Chapter 14, Problem 14.33P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether an enzyme is a homogeneous or heterogeneous catalyst needs to be determined.

Concept introduction:

In homogeneous catalysis, catalyst and reactants are in the same phase. The catalyst is distributed uniformly throughout the system. In heterogeneous catalysis, catalysts and reactants are in a different phase. Mostly catalyst is in the solid phase and reactants are in a gaseous or liquid phase.