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The optimized reaction conditions for a catalytic reaction vary with catalyst, making comparison challenging. Here, a general approach to identify the best catalyst is described, which relies on the comparison of normalized key performance indicators. Two case studies — for acetylene hydrochlorination and methane oxidation — exemplify the method.
