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Which catalyst is used in the preparation of `CH_(3)OH` by the reaction of `CO(g) & H_(2)(g)`?

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To determine the catalyst used in the preparation of methyl alcohol (CH₃OH) from the reaction of carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrogen gas (H₂), we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Write the Reaction Equation The first step is to write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction between carbon monoxide and hydrogen gas to form methyl alcohol. \[ \text{CO(g)} + \text{H}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CH}_3\text{OH}(l) \] ### Step 2: Identify the Catalyst ...
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