How is methanol turned into gasoline?
GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
The methanol-to-gasoline (MTG) process uses zeolite catalysts to convert methanol into hydrocarbons similar to gasoline. Developed by Mobil in the 1970s, this process can produce synthetic gasoline from methanol, which itself can be made from coal, natural gas, or biomass. Commercial implementation varies globally.
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