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In the preparation of `H_(2)SO_(4)` by contact process, why is `SO_(3)` not absorbed directly in water to form `H_(2)SO_(4)`?

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Because the reaction is highly exothermic, acid mist is formed and thus, the reaction becomes difficult to handle.
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