Which of the following is an example of a homogeneous catalyst? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is an example of a homogeneous catalyst?
A. Nickel in hydrogenation of oils
B. Iron in Haber's process
C. Platinum in Ostwald's process
D. Sulphuric acid in esterification
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
A homogeneous catalyst is in the same phase as the reactants. In the esterification of carboxylic acids with alcohols, liquid sulfuric acid (H2SO4) catalyzes the reaction between liquid reactants. Iron, platinum, and nickel are solid catalysts used for gaseous or liquid reactants, making them heterogeneous catalysts.

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