Synthesis of Methanol (from Syngas)

CO + 2H2 → CH3OH

概述

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.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Carbon Monoxide CO 1 (g)
反应物 Hydrogen H 2 (g)
产物 Methanol CH₃OH 1 (l)

日常示例

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

工业重要性

全球每年生产超过1.1亿吨甲醇，用于制备甲醛、乙酸、MTBE和作为燃料电池的清洁燃料，是重要的化工基础原料。

属性

类型
Synthesis
可逆
是
能量
放热
ΔH
-90.5 kJ/mol
催化剂
Cu/ZnO/Al₂O₃

相关反应

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).