Homogeneous and heterogeneous catalytic processes compete on industrial scale for more then three decades [1]. The advantages of homogeneous catalysis are beside others high activity, mild reaction conditions, high selectivity and no diffusion problems. The disadvantages of such systems include difficulties with recycling of the catalyst and product separation [2].
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Nuyken et al. (2002) studied this question.