The shift conversion reaction taking place during water gas manufacture is given by__________________?

Correct answer: C. CO + H2O ↔ CO2 + H2

  • A. C + H2O ↔ CO + H2
  • B. C + 2H2O ↔ CO2 + 2H2
  • C. CO + H2O ↔ CO2 + H2
  • D. None of these

Explanation

The water-gas shift reaction converts carbon monoxide and steam into carbon dioxide and hydrogen: CO + H₂O ⇌ CO₂ + H₂. It adjusts the hydrogen-to-carbon monoxide ratio in water gas.

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