Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas)

CO + 2H2 → CH3OH

개요

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.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
반응물 Carbon Monoxide CO 1 (g)
반응물 Hydrogen H 2 (g)
생성물 Methanol CH₃OH 1 (l)

일상 속 예시

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

산업적 중요성

이 공정을 사용하여 연간 1억 1천만 톤 이상의 메탄올이 생산됩니다. 메탄올은 포름알데하이드, 아세트산, MTBE, 다양한 플라스틱 및 고분자의 주요 원료입니다.

성질

유형
Synthesis
가역 반응
예
에너지
발열
ΔH
-90.5 kJ/mol
촉매
Cu/ZnO/Al₂O₃

관련 반응

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).