What is not a key step in the production of nitric acid by the Ostwald process? A)4 NH₃(g)+ 5 O₂(g)→ 4 NO(g)+ 6 H₂O(l) B)2 NO(g)+ O₂(g)→ 2 NO₂(g) C)3 NO₂(g)+ H₂O(l)→ 2 HNO₃(aq)+ NO(g) D)N₂(g)+ O₂(g)→ 2 NO(g)

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The Ostwald process involves the oxidation of ammonia to nitric oxide, followed by further oxidation to nitrogen dioxide, and then absorption in water to form nitric acid. The reaction of nitrogen and oxygen to form nitric oxide is not part of this process.

What Is Not a Key Step in the Production of Nitric