Question

V₂O₅ is used as a catalyst in the manufacture of ______.

Answer 1

V₂O₅ is used as a catalyst in the manufacture of H₂SO₄.

Explanation:

Vanadium pentoxide (V₂O₅) is used as a catalyst in the Contact Process for the manufacture of sulphuric acid. It helps in the oxidation of sulphur dioxide (SO₂) to sulphur trioxide (SO₃), which is a key step in the process.