The Contact Process Flashcards
1
Q
What are the raw materials needed to make sulfuric acid?
A
Sulfur, air, water
2
Q
What is the equation for stage 1 of the Contact process?
A
S(s) + O2(g) -> SO2(g)
3
Q
What happens in stage 1 of the contact process? (Generally)
A
Sulfur burns in air to produce sulfur dioxide
4
Q
What is the equation for stage 2 in the Contact process?
A
2SO2(g) + O2(g) ⇌ 2SO3(g)
5
Q
What happens in stage 2 of the Contact process?
A
Sulfur dioxide and oxygen react together to produce sulfur trioxide
6
Q
What are the conditions for stage 2 of the Contact process?
A
2 atmospheres pressure
450C
Vanadium oxide catalyst
7
Q
What is the equation for stage 3 of the Contact process?
A
H2O(l) + SO3(g) -> H2SO4 (aq)
