A1 - Uses of Substances Flashcards

1
Q

What is a refractory?

A

The lining of a high-temperature furnace

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2
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What is the name given to the lining of a high-temperature furnace?

A

Refractory

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3
Q

What is alumina used for?

A

Refractories (lining high-temperature furnaces)

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4
Q

What material is used in refractories (lining high-temperature furnaces)?

A

Alumina

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5
Q

What properties make alumina suitable for use in refractories?

A

High melting point and unreactive

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6
Q

In what process is Iron used as a catalyst?

A

The Haber process

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7
Q

What catalyst is used in the Haber process?

A

Iron

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8
Q

What is the formula of Vanadium (V) oxide?

A

V2O5

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9
Q

What is V2O5 called?

A

Vanadium (V) oxide

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10
Q

In what process is Vanadium (V) used as a catalyst?

A

The Contact process

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11
Q

What catalyst is used in the Contact process?

A

Vanadium (V) oxide

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12
Q

What is Ca(OH)2 used for?

A

Treating acidic effluent

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13
Q

What substance is used to treat acidic effluent?

A

Ca(OH)2

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