In contact process, to which substance adequate quantities of water is added to convert it to sulphuric acid?

Correct answer: A. H2S2O7

  • A. H2S2O7
  • B. HSO4-
  • C. SO3
  • D. S

Explanation

In the contact process, SO₃ is not added directly to water because it forms a mist that is hard to absorb. Instead, SO₃ is first absorbed in concentrated H₂SO₄ to form oleum (H₂S₂O₇). Adding adequate water to oleum safely produces sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄).

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