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Which catalyst is used in Ostwald’s process for the manufacture of nitric acid? |
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Answer» platinumExplanation:During ostwald process ammonia is CONVERTED to nitric acid in 2 STAGES. It is oxidized by heating with OXYGEN in the presence of a catalyst such as platinum with 10% rhodium, platinum metal on fused silica wool, copper or nickel, to form nitric OXIDE (nitrogen(II) oxide) and water/steam |
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