Non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma–liquid synthesis of organic acids in aqueous solution from carbon monoxide

Key Points

• Organic acids are efficiently produced from carbon monoxide using non-thermal plasma, enhancing chemical yields.
• The process operates under ambient conditions, making it more accessible and scalable for industrial applications.
• Utilizing CO from carbon dioxide presents a novel route for organic acid synthesis, with implications for CO2 utilization.
• Further analysis is warranted to optimize reaction conditions and maximize the overall efficiency of the process.