What is the catalyst in the Contact process for sulphuric acid?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Vanadium(V) oxide
- Step 1: V₂O₅ catalyses the oxidation of sulphur dioxide to sulphur trioxide. Answer: Vanadium(V) oxide. Why not the others: Iron, Platinum gauze and Manganese dioxide don't fit.
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