MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #377

The Wacker process is a modern industrial method for producing acetaldehyde. Which catalyst system is used for the air oxidation of ethylene in this process?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #377

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The Wacker process is a modern industrial method for producing acetaldehyde. Which catalyst system is used for the air oxidation of ethylene in this process?

    • A) Silver catalyst at 300°C
    • B) Iron oxide-Molybdenum oxide
    • C) Acidified potassium dichromate
    • D) PdCl2 and CuCl2 solution

    Answer: PdCl2 and CuCl2 solution

    Explanation: The Wacker process uses PdCl2 and CuCl2 catalysts to oxidize ethylene to acetaldehyde; Ag/Cu is used for methanol to formaldehyde.