Oxidation of ortho-xylene in presence of ______________ catalyst is done to produce phthalic anhydride on commercial scale ?
Correct answer: B. Vanadium
- A. Nickel
- B. Vanadium
- C. Alumina
- D. Iron
Explanation
Commercial oxidation of ortho-xylene to phthalic anhydride uses vanadium pentoxide, usually supported on a carrier. Nickel, alumina, and iron are not the standard oxidation catalyst for this process.
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