Formation of Hydrogen Chloride

H2 + Cl2 → 2HCl

Descripción general

Hydrogen gas and chlorine gas combine to form hydrogen chloride gas. This reaction can be initiated by UV light and proceeds explosively as a radical chain reaction. Dissolving HCl gas in water produces hydrochloric acid.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Hydrogen H 1 (g)
Reactivo Chlorine Cl 1 (g)
Producto Hydrochloric Acid HCl 2 (g)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Hydrochloric acid, made by dissolving the product in water, is found in muriatic acid used to clean concrete and adjust pool pH.

Importancia industrial

La producción de HCl es importante para la industria química, utilizado en el decapado del acero, procesamiento de alimentos y como reactivo en síntesis orgánica e industria farmacéutica.

Propiedades

Tipo
Synthesis
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-184,6 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Hydrogen Chloride?
The balanced equation is: H₂ + Cl₂ → 2HCl.
What type of reaction is Formation of Hydrogen Chloride?
Formation of Hydrogen Chloride is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Hydrogen Chloride exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Hydrogen Chloride is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -184.6 kJ/mol.