What are Some Examples of Pressure Adjustment in Industrial Catalysis?
Several industrial processes rely on pressure adjustment for optimal catalytic performance:
Haber-Bosch Process: Used for ammonia synthesis, operates at high pressure (150-200 atm) to favor the formation of ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen. Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis: Converts syngas to hydrocarbons, often conducted at pressures of 20-40 atm to enhance reaction rates and selectivity. Methanol Synthesis: Typically carried out at pressures of 50-100 atm to maximize methanol yield from CO and H2.
