Methane Partial Oxidation (Steam Reforming)
CH4 + H2O → CO + 3H2
Tổng quan
Methane reacts with steam over a nickel catalyst to produce synthesis gas (syngas), a mixture of carbon monoxide and hydrogen. Carbon is oxidized from -4 to +2 while hydrogen in water is reduced from +1 to 0. This highly endothermic reaction is performed at 700-1100 C and 15-30 atm.
Người tham gia
| Vai trò | Chất | Hệ số | Trạng thái |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chất phản ứng | Methane CH₄ | 1 | (g) |
| Chất phản ứng | Water H₂O | 1 | (g) |
| Sản phẩm | Carbon Monoxide CO | 1 | (g) |
| Sản phẩm | Hydrogen H | 3 | (g) |
Ví dụ thực tế
Over 95% of the world's hydrogen is produced by this reaction, supplying hydrogen for ammonia production that feeds half the world's population.
Tầm quan trọng công nghiệp
Steam methane reforming produces over 50 million tonnes of hydrogen annually, primarily for ammonia synthesis and petroleum refining. It accounts for about 2% of global energy use.
Tính chất
- Loại
- Redox
- Thuận nghịch
- Có
- Năng lượng
- Thu nhiệt
- ΔH
- 206,0 kJ/mol
- Chất xúc tác
- Nickel on alumina
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the equation for Methane Partial Oxidation (Steam Reforming)?
The balanced equation is: CH₄ + H₂O → CO + 3H₂.
What type of reaction is Methane Partial Oxidation (Steam Reforming)?
Methane Partial Oxidation (Steam Reforming) is a redox reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.
Is Methane Partial Oxidation (Steam Reforming) exothermic or endothermic?
Methane Partial Oxidation (Steam Reforming) is endothermic (absorbs energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is 206.0 kJ/mol.
What conditions are needed for Methane Partial Oxidation (Steam Reforming)?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Nickel on alumina).