Activity of a catalyst is the extent to which a catalyst can increase the rate of reaction. It depends upon the strength of chemisorption.Selectivity of a catalyst is its ability to direct a reaction to yield a particular product. The action of a catalyst is highly selective in nature.
What is meant by activity and selectivity of a catalyst?
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Sunil Mehta
Activity of a catalyst is the extent to which a catalyst can increase the rate of reaction. It depends upon the strength of chemisorption.Selectivity of a catalyst is its ability to direct a reaction to yield a particular product. The action of a catalyst is highly selective in nature.