The Haber process is one of the most important modern industrial chemical reactions. It produces ammonia from nitrogen gas and hydrogen gas using an iron or aluminum oxide catalyst. Because the reaction needs to happen under intense heat and pressure, it is an expensive process. Two scientists are arguing about the process. Scientist A argues that finding a more effective catalyst will bring down the cost of the process, because less energy will be required for the reaction. Scientist B argues that while a catalyst will speed up the reaction, it won't save any energy or cost, because a catalyst does not change the enthalpy of the reaction. Explain in 3 sentences or less which scientist is correct, and why.

The Haber process is one of the most important modern industrial chemical reactions. It produces ammonia from nitrogen gas and hydrogen gas using an iron or aluminum oxide catalyst. Because the reaction needs to happen under intense heat and pressure, it is an expensive process. Two scientists are arguing about the process. Scientist A argues that finding a more effective catalyst will bring down the cost of the process, because less energy will be required for the reaction. Scientist B argues that while a catalyst will speed up the reaction, it won't save any energy or cost, because a catalyst does not change the enthalpy of the reaction. Explain in 3 sentences or less which scientist is correct, and why.

Chemistry

10th Edition

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Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

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