Question

Formation of HCN from NH3, CH4 and O2 reacts on which catalyst?

(a) Zinc

(b) Iron

(c) Platinum

(d) All of the mentioned

Answer 1

Right answer is (c) Platinum

Easiest explanation: The synthesis of HCN from ammonia, methane (natural gas), and air. The over-all reaction CH4 + NH3 + 1.5 O2—–>HCN + 3H20 can be carried out effectively at about 1000°C over platinum-alloy screen catalysts.