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JAMB Chemistry 2002 Question 38

Question 38

Hydrogen, Oxygen and Oxides

The most important use of hydrogen is in the

  1. A.manufacture of ammonia
  2. B.manufacture of methyl alcohol
  3. C.manufacture of ethyl alcohol
  4. D.hydrogenation of oils.
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Answer: A (manufacture of ammonia)

Explanation

Most hydrogen produced is used in the Haber process, N2 + 3H2 ⇌ 2NH3, to make ammonia for fertilisers.