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Catalytic Hydrogenation of Alkenes and Alkynes
When we discussed basic information regarding homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, we mentioned hydrogenation of alkenes in both of these contexts. Now let's get more specific and describe the mechanism of this precise catalysis in...
Next Animation Studio
From dust to gold: Recovering precious metals from London street dust
Waste management firm Veolia says that it has found a method to recover traces of precious metals in street dust that comes from car exhaust fumes, and that it plans to recycle the metals. Sixty percent of the world's palladium, worth 15...
Curated Video
Palladium: Properties, Uses, and History
In this video, we learn about the metal palladium, which is part of the elite group of metals called the Platinum Group. The video highlights the properties of Palladium, including its usefulness as a catalyst, high resistance to wear...
Curated Video
How Catalysts Work
Through animation and video footage students will learn that there are two basic types of catalysts, heterogeneous and homogeneous. Students will come to understand that catalysts have many practical applications and that scientists use...
Curated Video
How Catalysts Work
Through animation and video footage students will learn that there are two basic types of catalysts, heterogeneous and homogeneous. Students will come to understand that catalysts have many practical applications and that scientists use...
University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham: Periodic Table of Videos: Rhodium
A look at the rare element rhodium and its properties as a catalyst in chemical reactions. [5:00]