Which consequence results when adsorbed hydrogen exceeds coverage limits on palladium catalysts?

💡 Explanation

Hydrogen embrittlement increases, because surface adsorption beyond capacity causes hydrogen atoms to diffuse into the palladium lattice, weakening grain boundaries. Therefore, structural failure risk rises rather than altering surface chemistry or material properties under normal operating temperatures.

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