On Cu-ZSM-5 zeolite at room temperature, propane is physisorbed, while
propene shows characteristics of chemisorption. The chemisorption mod
e has certain advantages for the catalytic control of automotive emiss
ions. Alkane and alkene adsorption equilibria and kinetics are compare
d on Cu-ZSM-5 and on ZSM-5 free of alumina. The results are discussed
in terms of the Langmuir adsorption isotherm.