NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
What is the catalyst used in the conversion of SO 2 to SO 3 in the Contact Process for sulfuric acid manufacture?
Options
- ANickel
- BPalladium
- CVanadium(V) oxide (V 2 O 5 )
- DPlatinum
Correct answer
C. Vanadium(V) oxide (V 2 O 5 )
Step-by-step solution
In the Contact Process, the catalyst used in the conversion of SO 2 to SO 3 is Vanadium(V) oxide (V 2 O 5 ).