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Why is the Haber process described as an industrial process rather than a laboratory preparation?

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Topic

The Haber process and the use of NPK fertilisers

Question

  1. A. It is carried out continuously using controlled temperature, pressure and a catalyst
  2. B. It only works in open beakers at room temperature
  3. C. It produces nitrogen gas for school experiments
  4. D. It avoids using any raw materials

Answer

The correct option is It is carried out continuously using controlled temperature, pressure and a catalyst.

Explanation

The correct option is "It is carried out continuously using controlled temperature, pressure and a catalyst" because it supports the approved learning objective: Describe the Haber process as the industrial manufacture of ammonia. (Chemistry only). The other options are incorrect or weaker because they are vague, use the wrong Chemistry context, or do not clearly explain the answer for The Haber process.

Common mistake

Misunderstanding the Haber Process

Students often confuse the Haber process with other methods of ammonia production, thinking it involves only one raw material.

Remember that the Haber process specifically uses nitrogen and hydrogen as raw materials to produce ammonia.

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