Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas)

CO + 2H₂ → CH₃OH

Tổng quan

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.

Người tham gia

Vai trò	Chất	Hệ số	Trạng thái
Chất phản ứng	Carbon Monoxide CO	1	(g)
Chất phản ứng	Hydrogen H	2	(g)
Sản phẩm	Methanol CH₃OH	1	(l)

Ví dụ thực tế

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

Tầm quan trọng công nghiệp

Over 110 million tonnes of methanol are produced annually using this process. Methanol is a key feedstock for formaldehyde, acetic acid, MTBE, and various plastics and polymers.

Tính chất

Loại: Synthesis
Thuận nghịch: Có
Năng lượng: Tỏa nhiệt
ΔH: -90,5 kJ/mol
Chất xúc tác: Cu/ZnO/Al₂O₃

Phản ứng liên quan

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).