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In the Haber process, , a porous iron catalyst is used. Explain, in terms of the electronic structure and bonding of transition elements, why iron is able to act as a catalyst in this reaction.
CAIE A Level Chemistry 9701 · Chemistry of transition elements
Chemistry of transition elements: explain question
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