Question

Equation to convert Methane to Formic acid

Answer 1

Vanadyl oxysulfate (VOSO4) was found to be an efficient catalyst. Specifically, the selectivity to formic acid of 70% at a methane conversion of 6.5% could be achieved over the VOSO4 catalyst under the reaction conditions of methane pressure 3.0 MPa and temperature 333 K for 4 h.