Abstract:Abstract: Hβ zeolites were modified by different metal ions (Al3+,Tl4+,Fe3+)under microwave radiation, and used to catalyze the synthesis of anthraquinone with benzene and phthalic anhydride. The modified zeolites were characterized by means of XRD, NH3-TPD and Pyridine-IR. The results showed that the microwave radiation was more effective for the modification of zeolite, and the catalytic performance of modified zeolites were improved. Microwave radiation did not destroy the crystal structure of β zeolite.There was great difference in catalytic activity among the zeolites modified by different metal ions. The zeolite modified with 0.5 mol•L-1 Al2(SO4)3 showed the best catalytic activity for the reaction, and the yield of anthraquinone was 38.87 %; selectivity reached 92.78 %. The surface acidity of zeolite had a significant influence on the catalytic performance in the synthesis of anthraquinone, and the medium strong acid sites were the active sites. The ratio of L acidity to B acidity played the important role in the catalysis reaction.