Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite

2Ca(OCl)2 → 2CaCl2 + O2

Descripción general

Calcium hypochlorite slowly decomposes to release oxygen, which is why it has strong oxidizing and bleaching properties. The decomposition rate increases with temperature and moisture. This is the active ingredient in many pool chlorination products.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Calcium Hypochlorite Ca(OCl)₂ 2 (s)
Producto Oxygen O 1 (g)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Pool shock treatment uses calcium hypochlorite, which decomposes to release available chlorine and oxygen for water disinfection.

Importancia industrial

Se utiliza ampliamente en el tratamiento del agua, la desinfección de piscinas y el blanqueo. El almacenamiento adecuado es crítico ya que la descomposición puede acelerarse y volverse peligrosa.

Propiedades

Tipo
Decomposition
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-202,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite?
The balanced equation is: 2Ca(OCl)₂ → 2CaCl₂ + O₂.
What type of reaction is Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite?
Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite is a decomposition reaction.
Is Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite exothermic or endothermic?
Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -202.0 kJ/mol.