What advantage does a heterogeneous catalyst provide over a homogeneous catalyst in industrial processes?

A heterogeneous catalyst provides a higher reaction rate.
A heterogeneous catalyst can be easily separated from reactants.
A heterogeneous catalyst raises the activation energy higher.
A heterogeneous catalyst provides an alternate reaction pathway.

Question

What advantage does a heterogeneous catalyst provide over a homogeneous catalyst in industrial processes?

A heterogeneous catalyst provides a higher reaction rate.
A heterogeneous catalyst can be easily separated from reactants.
A heterogeneous catalyst raises the activation energy higher.
A heterogeneous catalyst provides an alternate reaction pathway.

aaronq · Answer

A heterogeneous catalyst can be easily separated from reactants.

Having a solid catalyst is much easier, you can just filter it when the reaction is completed.

anonymous · Answer

Yeah, i got it right, thanks. I'll be posting a few more mind helping me with them? i really need the help. @aaronq