Selective Catalytic Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide by Ammonia over Copper-Hydroxyapatite Catalysts Prepared in Organic Medium

Abstract

International audienceCopper loaded hydroxyapatite catalysts have been prepared in organic medium by reaction/evaporation and impregnation methods and have been tested in the selective catalytic reduction of NO by NH3. The catalyst characterizations showed the presence of CuO and Cu2O particles deposited on the surface of the carrier in different environments and sizes. Compared to the catalysts prepared by ion exchange and impregnation in aqueous medium method, the ones prepared in organic medium are less efficient in the selective catalytic reduction of NO by NH3