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In multistage equilibrium conversion of SO2 to SO3 (2SO2 + O2 ⇌ 2SO3), the reverse reaction becomes appreciable at a temperature of 550° C. The percentage equilibrium conversion of SO2 to SO3 can be increased by?

ARemoving some quantity of SO3 during intermediate stage

BMaintaining low temperature & pressure in the converter

CIncreasing the oxygen concentration

DPutting more quantity of V2O5 catalyst in the converter

Correct answer

A. Removing some quantity of SO3 during intermediate stage

Explanation

The correct answer is Removing some quantity of SO3 during intermediate stage.

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