The discussion revolves around determining reaction kinetics and conversion rates for ammonia synthesis, specifically focusing on processes using different catalysts, such as iron and ruthenium. Participants are seeking detailed information on kinetics data and conversion rates, as well as insights into specific ammonia production processes.
Participants generally agree that the kinetics of ammonia synthesis are complex and dependent on specific system conditions. However, there is no consensus on the availability of comprehensive kinetic data or conversion rates, and the discussion remains unresolved regarding the specific information needed for their projects.
Participants note limitations in the availability of kinetic data and conversion rates, as well as the dependence of these factors on specific catalyst conditions. There is also an acknowledgment that the reaction's equilibrium nature complicates the determination of optimal conditions.
I see but our professors want us to find an article that explains the reaction kinetics and conversion. We can't start doing mass balance because of the lack of information about the conversion (we do not need the kinetics right now). But thanks for the the source. It seems like a useful article.mjc123 said:It is complicated because the kinetics will depend on the quantity, quality and state of the catalyst. There won't be a rate constant for "catalysed ammonia synthesis", it will be specific to your system. Moreover, the reaction is an equilibrium, so the best way to increase yield may be via the pressure and temperature, not the catalyst. This might be helpful: http://pubman.mpdl.mpg.de/pubman/item/escidoc:736938/component/escidoc:932945/Ammonia+Synthesis.pdf. I don't think it gives you the numbers you want, but I don't think those numbers exist as such; see e.g. the turnover rates in Table 1, dependent on particle size.