Which of the following is the first step in the mechanism of heterogeneous catalysis?

  • A
    Desorption of reaction product from the catalyst surface
  • B
    Adsorption of reactant molecules on the catalyst surface to form an intermediate
  • C
    Occurrence of chemical reaction on the catalyst surface to form an intermediate
  • D
    Diffusion of reactants towards the catalyst surface

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Match the industrial process (Column-$I$) with the catalyst used (Column-$II$) and select the correct option.
Column-$I$Column-$II$
$A$. Haber's process for ammonia$P$. Zeolite
$B$. Oswald's process for $HNO_3$$Q$. $Fe$
$C$. Contact process for $H_2SO_4$$R$. $V_2O_5$
$D$. Cracking of hydrocarbons$S$. $Pt$ gauge

In the case of auto catalysis:

Which among the following can be explained by adsorption theory?

Which one is an example of heterogeneous catalysis?

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