The sol-gel methods and organic and inorganic precursors of titania were used for the preparations of the monolithic catalysts Rh/TiO2. Techniques such as X-ray diffraction, porosimetry, temperature programmed reduction, scanning electron microscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy were utilized to characterize the monolithic catalysts. Results of the short contact time partial oxidation of methane revealed the promoting role of tungsten. This study demonstrates that the catalyst prepared from titanium isopropoxide is more effective in the production of synthesis gas.
