Multistage operation (as in the case of catalytic oxidation of SO2
) is not
carried out for NH3 synthesis, because of
(A) Comparatively higher pressure drop
(B) High cost of the high pressure vessel used for the reactor
(C) Higher pumping cost
(D) Chances of entrainment and disturbance of catalyst bed

1 Answer

Answer :

(B) High cost of the high pressure vessel used for the reactor

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