Question

Identify the INCORRECT statement regarding Deacon's process.

Options

• It involves oxidation of HCI gas by atmospheric oxygen.

• It is used in the manufacture of chlorine.

• The process uses CuCl₂ as a catalyst.

• The process is carried out at room temperature.

Answer 1

The process is carried out at room temperature.

Explanation:

At 723 K, chlorine is made by oxidizing hydrogen chloride gas with atmospheric oxygen in the presence of CuCl₂ as a catalyst.