Effect of a precursor on the phase composition and particle size of the active component of Ni-ZrO2 catalytic systems for the oxidation of methane into syngas

The effect the method of preparation has on the formation, phase composition, porous structure, and catalytic properties of the 10% Ni-ZrO₂ system during the partial oxidation of methane into syngas is studied. Stages of the formation of catalysts from precursors and the effect the method of preparation has on the phase composition, particle size, and catalytic properties of the active component during the partial oxidation of methane into syngas are investigated by means of synchronous TG-DTG/DSC and X-ray diffraction. The synthesis of a catalyst precursor via coprecipitation is shown to yield a monophase system with high nickel dispersion, catalytic activity, and stability.