Formation of Barium Oxide

2Ba + O2 → 2BaO

Übersicht

Barium metal reacts with oxygen to form barium oxide. Barium is a highly reactive alkaline earth metal that oxidizes quickly in air. Barium oxide is a strong base and a precursor to barium peroxide.

Teilnehmer

Rolle Substanz Koeffizient Zustand
Reaktant Oxygen O 1 (g)
Reaktant Barium Ba 2 (s)
Produkt Barium Oxide BaO 2 (s)

Alltägliches Beispiel

Barium oxide is used in cathode ray tubes and as a drying agent for solvents and gases.

Industrielle Bedeutung

Used in the production of lubricating oil detergents, as an ethanol dehydrating agent, and in producing barium peroxide for use in pyrotechnics.

Eigenschaften

Typ
Synthesis
Reversibel
Nein
Energie
Exotherm
ΔH
-1107,6 kJ/mol

Verwandte Reaktionen

Formation of Calcium Hydroxide Formation of Carbon Monoxide Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide Formation of Potassium Chloride Formation of Sodium Bicarbonate Formation of Sodium Peroxide Formation of Silicon Dioxide Formation of Tungsten Carbide Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Barium Oxide?
The balanced equation is: 2Ba + O₂ → 2BaO.
What type of reaction is Formation of Barium Oxide?
Formation of Barium Oxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Barium Oxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Barium Oxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1107.6 kJ/mol.