MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #48

In the industrial synthesis of methyl alcohol from water gas, what specific pressure is maintained in the presence of ZnO-Cr2O3 catalyst?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #48

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In the industrial synthesis of methyl alcohol from water gas, what specific pressure is maintained in the presence of ZnO-Cr2O3 catalyst?

    • A) 100 atm
    • B) 200 atm
    • C) 150 atm
    • D) 450 atm

    Answer: 200 atm

    Explanation: Methanol synthesis requires 200 atm pressure. 150 atm is the specific pressure used in Dow's process for phenol production.