5426Chemical EngineeringMedium
During manufacture of H2SO4, the oxidation of SO2 to SO3 by oxygen is an endothermic reaction. The yield of SO3 will be maximised, if the ________?
ATemperature is increased and pressure is reduced
BTemperature is reduced and pressure is increased
CPressure is reduced
DTemperature is increased
Correct answer
B. Temperature is reduced and pressure is increased
Explanation
The correct answer is Temperature is reduced and pressure is increased.