MCQ
Which reaction of ammonia forms the first step of Ostwald's process?
  • The catalytic oxidation of ammonia by platinum catalyst.
  • B
    The catalytic oxidation of ammonia by cobalt catalyst.
  • C
    The catalytic reduction of ammonia by platinum catalyst.
  • D
    The oxidation of ammonia.

Answer

Correct option: A.
The catalytic oxidation of ammonia by platinum catalyst.
The first step of Ostwald's process is the catalytic oxidation of ammonia by platinum catalyst for the formation of nitric acid.
$\text{NH}_3\text{O}_2\xrightarrow{\text{Pt}}\text{NO}+\text{H}_2\text{O}$

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