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

A heterogeneous catalyst is in a different phase from the reactants, so it can often be removed by simple physical methods such as filtration. This makes it easier to separate and reuse in industrial processes. Both types of catalyst can provide an alternative reaction pathway, so that is not a unique advantage of a heterogeneous catalyst.

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