What is the effect of using vanadium (V) oxide as catalyst in the reaction represented...

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WAEC 2000

What is the effect of using vanadium (V) oxide as catalyst in the reaction represented by the following equation? 2SO2 + O2 ⇌ 2SO3; ΔH = - xKJmol-1

  • A. Decreases the value of ΔH
  • B. Increases the collision rate of reactant particles
  • C. Shifts equilibrium position to the right
  • D. Reduces the time for attainment of equilibrium

Correct Answer: A. Decreases the value of ΔH



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