Synthesis of Water

2H2 + O2 → 2H2O

Übersicht

Hydrogen gas reacts with oxygen gas to produce water. This highly exothermic reaction releases a large amount of energy and is one of the most fundamental chemical reactions known. It is the basis of hydrogen fuel cells and was the cause of the Hindenburg disaster.

Teilnehmer

Rolle Substanz Koeffizient Zustand
Reaktant Oxygen O 1 (g)
Reaktant Hydrogen H 2 (g)
Produkt Water H₂O 2 (l)

Alltägliches Beispiel

Hydrogen fuel cells in cars combine hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity and water vapor as the only byproduct.

Industrielle Bedeutung

Used in hydrogen fuel cell technology for clean energy generation. Also important in rocket propulsion where liquid hydrogen and oxygen serve as propellants.

Eigenschaften

Typ
Synthesis
Reversibel
Nein
Energie
Exotherm
ΔH
-571,6 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 Synthesis of Water?
The balanced equation is: 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O.
What type of reaction is Synthesis of Water?
Synthesis of Water is a synthesis reaction.
Is Synthesis of Water exothermic or endothermic?
Synthesis of Water is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -571.6 kJ/mol.