Asked in HEC Phase I 2017 2017Moderate

Commercial hydrogen can be obtained by the action of a steam on:

Correct answer: A. Water gas

  • A. Water gas
  • B. Coal gas
  • C. Producer gas
  • D. None of these options

Explanation

Water gas is a source of commercial hydrogen production. It is a mixture of water and carbon monoxide that gives carbon dioxide and releases hydrogen, which can be collected for commercial purposes. The reaction is given by the equation; CO + H2O → CO2 + H2

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