In the Contact process, the catalyst used is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the Contact process, the catalyst used is:
A. Nitric oxide
B. Platinum
C. Vanadium pentoxide
D. Finely divided Iron
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Contact process is used for the industrial manufacture of sulfuric acid. The key step is the oxidation of sulfur dioxide (SO2) to sulfur trioxide (SO3). This reaction is catalyzed by Vanadium pentoxide (V2O5). Platinum was historically used but was replaced by V2O5 because it is cheaper and less susceptible to poisoning.

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