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Catalyst used in steam reforming of naphtha is ___________________?
Correct answer: C. Nickel oxide on alumina support
- A. Bauxite
- B. Cobalt
- C. Nickel oxide on alumina support
- D. Chromium
Explanation
Naphtha is steam-reformed over a nickel catalyst, commonly formulated as nickel oxide supported on alumina. The alumina provides a high-surface-area support, while nickel supplies the active catalytic sites.
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