Any examples of catalysts that are not enzymes?

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Any examples of catalysts that are not enzymes?

2007-03-14 17:18:29 · 3 answers · asked by historyman 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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There are plenty of them, and a lot of them are metals. One example off the top of my head is the use of palladium in transfer hydrogenation.

2007-03-14 17:23:32 · answer #1 · answered by anon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

it depends on the reactants. There are many catalysts in physical chemistry that are not enzymes depending on the reaction. your question should be specific

2007-03-14 17:26:59 · answer #2 · answered by gava 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋

Platinum is a perfect example. You find it in your catalytic converter to lower emissions in your car. The platinum is there to make the conversion from NO2 to NO faster.

2007-03-14 17:34:41 · answer #3 · answered by Carpetman_1998 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋