Review on Applications of Nanocatalyst in Refineries and petrochemicals

الملخص

In the nanoscience where all the devices and technologies are going to smaller in size with improved properties, catalysis is an important field of application. In recent years, nanocatalysis has become more emerging field of science due to its high activity, selectivity and productivity. In this mini-review, we are trying to summarize data reported in literature for application of nano sized catalyst in Refineries and petrochemicals industries. By decreasing the size of the catalyst, advantages such as large surface area would be exposed to the reactant. Main applications of nanocatalysts in steam reforming, bio diesel production, and several other point of application are discussed here in detail.