U3-3-2 - Haber and Ostwald Processes Flashcards
1
Q
This process is used to make ammonia
A
Haber process
2
Q
This process is used to make nitric acid
A
Ostwald process
3
Q
Name the chemical made in the Haber process
A
Ammonia (NH3)
4
Q
Name the chemical made in the Ostwald process
A
Nitric acid (HNO3)
5
Q
Catalyst used in the Haber process
A
Iron
6
Q
Catalyst used in the Ostwald process
A
Platinum
7
Q
Equation for the fomation of ammonia (from nitrogen and hydrogen)
A
N2 + 3H2 ⇌ 2NH3
8
Q
What does ⇌ mean in equations?
A
Reaction is reversible (happens in both directions)