Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

nCO + (2n+1)H2 → CnH2n+2 + nH2O

概要

The Fischer-Tropsch process converts synthesis gas (carbon monoxide and hydrogen) into hydrocarbons and water. This polymerization reaction builds carbon chains from C1 feedstock using iron or cobalt catalysts at 150-350 C. It can produce fuels from coal, natural gas, or biomass.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Carbon Monoxide CO 1 (g)
反応物 Hydrogen H 2 (g)
生成物 Water H₂O 1 (l)

日常の例

South Africa's Sasol company produces a significant portion of the country's liquid fuels from coal using this technology.

産業上の重要性

フィッシャー-トロプシュ合成は石油が不足しながら石炭・天然ガスが豊富な国にとって戦略的に重要である。南アフリカのSasolや中国の石炭液化プラントが代表的な大規模実用例。

特性

タイプ
Synthesis
可逆的
いいえ
エネルギー
発熱性
ΔH
-165.0 kJ/mol
触媒
Iron or cobalt catalyst

関連する反応

Formation of Carbon Monoxide Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide Formation of Potassium Chloride Formation of Sodium Bicarbonate Formation of Sodium Peroxide Formation of Silicon Dioxide Formation of Tungsten Carbide Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide Formation of Sulfur Dioxide Formation of Calcium Hydroxide

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)?
The balanced equation is: nCO + (2n+1)H₂ → CₙH₂ₙ₊₂ + nH₂O.
What type of reaction is Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)?
Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General) is a synthesis reaction.
Is Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General) exothermic or endothermic?
Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -165.0 kJ/mol.
What conditions are needed for Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Iron or cobalt catalyst).