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Catalysts — Quiz

Question 8 • 26-27 - C - RUSD Chemistry in the Earth System

The second reaction in the formation of sulfuric acid occurs slowly. 2 SO sub 2 g plus cap o sub 2 times g rightarrow 2 SO sub 3 g NO sub 2 is added to the reaction to speed it up. In which form would this substance be a homogeneous catalyst for this reaction?

Answer
A
NO sub 2 times s
B
NO sub 2 times l
C
NO sub 2 times aq
D
NO sub 2 times g

Explanation

A homogeneous catalyst is in the same phase as the reacting substances. Here, SO₂ and O₂ are both gases, so NO₂ must also be a gas to be a homogeneous catalyst. Therefore, the correct choice is NO₂(g).

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