Methane conversion

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1984-04-16

1985-10-01

Dixon, Jr., William R.

Chemistry of hydrocarbon compounds

Unsaturated compound synthesis

585400, 585417, 585541, 585654, 585658, 585700, 585943, C07C 200

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045447845

ABSTRACT:
A method is disclosed for converting methane to higher hydrocarbon product by contacting methane with a contact solid which comprises a reducible metal oxide which when contacted with methane at a temperature within the range of about 500.degree. to 1000.degree. C. is reduced and produces higher hydrocarbon products and water; and a promoting amount of at least one halogen component.

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