The Contact Process: Producing Sulfuric Acid

This video is a lecture presentation on the contact process, which explains the chemical processes involved in the production of sulfuric acid and the physical conditions required to make those processes as efficient as possible. The presenter discusses the raw materials and the stages involved in making sulfuric acid, including the furnace, converter, and absorber. The chemical reactions and physical conditions required for each stage are explained, with a focus on achieving a high percentage of sulfur trioxide in the equilibrium mixture. The video also highlights the use of a vanadium oxide catalyst and the risks involved in reacting sulfur trioxide directly with water.