NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
In the industrial preparation of dihydrogen gas from methane, what is the role of the nickel catalyst in the reaction?
Options
- AIt acts as a reactant.
- BIt speeds up the reaction without being consumed.
- CIt produces carbon monoxide.
- DIt produces methane gas.
Correct answer
B. It speeds up the reaction without being consumed.
Step-by-step solution
The nickel catalyst in this reaction serves as a promoter to facilitate the reaction without being consumed itself.