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Oxidation of sulfur dioxide into sulfur trioxide in the absence of a catalyst is a slow process but this oxidation occurs easily in the atmosphere. Explain how does this happen.
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Options:
  • A The atmosphere contains a high concentration of sulfur dioxide, which speeds up the oxidation process.
  • B Sulfur dioxide undergoes auto-catalysis in the atmosphere, accelerating its own oxidation.
  • C Atmospheric oxygen and moisture act as natural catalysts, promoting the oxidation of sulfur dioxide.
  • D Atmospheric pressure increases the rate of oxidation of sulfur dioxide.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Atmospheric oxygen and moisture act as natural catalysts, promoting the oxidation of sulfur dioxide.
Correct Option is : (C)
Atmospheric oxygen and moisture act as natural catalysts, promoting the oxidation of sulfur dioxide.

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