Correlation between hydrogen yield and product distribution in algae conversion through an isopropanol/water system. Issue 67 (15th November 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Liu, Chunze; Kong, Liping; Wufuer, Anaerguli; Wang, Yuanyuan; Dai, Liyi
• Is Part Of: RSC advances. Volume 8:Issue 67(2018)
• Page Start: 38614
• Page End: 38620
• Publication Date: 2018-11-15
• Subjects: Chemistry -- Periodicals; 540.5
• DOI: 10.1039/c8ra07090c
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2046-2069

Abstract

Abstract : Catalytic liquefaction of algae to bio-oil through an isopropanol/water system and correlation between hydrogen selectivity and product distribution. Abstract : This work reports a catalytic decomposition of algae to bio-oil over an isopropanol and water mixture system. The H2 yield was adjusted by changing the ratio between isopropanol and water. In this system, the introduction of formic acid was helpful to extend the yield range. Five noble metal supported catalysts were applied and Rh/C was proved to give the highest oil yield. A correlation was established between hydrocarbon yield and H2 yield. It was useful in predicting product distribution and helping to obtain desired products. EA, GC and GC-MS were applied in product analysis.