Steam reforming of naphtha is a source of hydrogen production for nitrogenous fertiliser industry. What is the usual ratio of steam to carbon maintained in the process of steam reforming of naphtha? (A) 1.5 : 1 (B) 3.5 : 1 (C) 10 : 1 (D) 15 : 1

Steam reforming of naphtha is a source of hydrogen production for
nitrogenous fertiliser industry. What is the usual ratio of steam to carbon
maintained in the process of steam reforming of naphtha?
(A) 1.5 : 1
(B) 3.5 : 1
(C) 10 : 1
(D) 15 : 1
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(B) 3.5 : 1
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