Key characteristics of catalysts:
May be homogeneous (in the same phase as reactants) or heterogeneous (in a different phase)
Common applications:
Environmental remediation (e.g., breaking down pollutants)
Examples of catalysts include metals like platinum, enzymes in biological systems, and acids or bases in organic reactions.
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Brittle under mechanical stress
Types of ceramics include:
Advanced (technical) ceramics: such as alumina (Al₂O₃), zirconia (ZrO₂), silicon carbide (SiC), and boron nitride (BN)
Applications:
Key characteristics of specialty inorganics:
Engineered for compatibility with advanced processes or materials systems
Common examples include:
Functional additives in ceramics, polymers, or batteries
Typical applications:
Specialty coatings, pigments, and abrasives
Specialty inorganics are critical in enabling innovation across high-tech, energy, aerospace, and life sciences industries due to their precision performance and material compatibility.
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