Reaction

The Reaction data class defines metadata required to document catalytic testing procedures, reactor configurations, operating conditions, and analytical methods. It provides structured descriptors necessary to contextualize catalytic performance data.

Core fields include reactor design type, operational parameters, and product identification and quantification methods. The class also specifies metadata required to report and evaluate catalyst performance metrics, enabling structured comparison across experimental studies.

CURIE: SIO:010345

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Slots

catalyst quantity (Mandatory, Multivalued)

Description: Mass of catalyst loaded into the reactor.

Data Type: float

Cardinality: Mandatory, Multivalued

CURIE: coremeta4cat:catalyst_quantity

Schema Reference: catalyst_quantity

Unit: g