Formation of Zinc Sulfide

Zn + S → ZnS

Übersicht

Zinc and sulfur react when ignited to form zinc sulfide with a bright flash. Zinc sulfide is a luminescent material that glows when exposed to UV light. The mineral form, sphalerite, is the most important ore of zinc worldwide.

Teilnehmer

Rolle Substanz Koeffizient Zustand
Reaktant Zinc Zn 1 (s)
Reaktant Sulfur S 1 (s)

Alltägliches Beispiel

Glow-in-the-dark paint and watch dials historically contained zinc sulfide as the phosphorescent material.

Industrielle Bedeutung

Zinc sulfide is used in phosphorescent coatings, X-ray and television screens, and as a precursor to zinc metal extraction. Sphalerite mining is the primary source of zinc globally.

Eigenschaften

Typ
Synthesis
Reversibel
Nein
Energie
Exotherm
ΔH
-205,0 kJ/mol

Verwandte Reaktionen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Zinc Sulfide?
The balanced equation is: Zn + S → ZnS.
What type of reaction is Formation of Zinc Sulfide?
Formation of Zinc Sulfide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Zinc Sulfide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Zinc Sulfide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -205.0 kJ/mol.