Heterogeneous catalysts supported on glass wool

Reaction setup under LED light shown using 2 images side by side.

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Cheap material offers easy way to separate catalysts from reaction mixtures

Glass wool can act as a cheap and readily available support for heterogeneous catalysts. The material, which is commonly used in household insulation and soundproofing, provides a simple way to separate catalysts from reaction mixtures.