Chemistry - Hydrogen Question with Solution | TestHub

The mixture of $\mathrm{CO}\left(\mathrm{g}\right)$ and ${\mathrm{H}}_2\left(\mathrm{g}\right)$ is known water gas as it is used in the synthesis of other compounds.

When carbon monoxide reacts with hydrogen in presence of catalyst cobalt the product formed is methanol. Therefore, water gas is producing a an alcohol in this reaction.