Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas)

CO + 2H2 → CH3OH

概要

Carbon monoxide and hydrogen gas combine over a copper-zinc oxide-alumina catalyst to form methanol. This industrial process operates at 200-300 C and 50-100 atm. Methanol is one of the most important chemical feedstocks produced globally.

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 Methanol CH₃OH 1 (l)

日常の例

Methanol is found in windshield washer fluid and some camping stoves use it as fuel.

産業上の重要性

この方法により年間1億1,000万トン以上のメタノールが生産される。メタノールはホルムアルデヒド、酢酸、MTBE、各種プラスチックやポリマーの重要な原料である。

特性

タイプ
Synthesis
可逆的
はい
エネルギー
発熱性
ΔH
-90.5 kJ/mol
触媒
Cu/ZnO/Al₂O₃

関連する反応

Formation of Calcium Hydroxide 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 Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas)?
The balanced equation is: CO + 2H₂ → CH₃OH.
What type of reaction is Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas)?
Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas) is a synthesis reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.
Is Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas) exothermic or endothermic?
Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -90.5 kJ/mol.
What conditions are needed for Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas)?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Cu/ZnO/Al₂O₃).