Formation of Titanium Dioxide

Ti + O2 → TiO2

Descripción general

Titanium metal reacts with oxygen to form titanium dioxide, a brilliant white compound. Titanium burns with an intense white flame in oxygen. The resulting oxide is one of the most widely used white pigments in the world.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Titanium Ti 1 (s)
Reactivo Oxygen O 1 (g)
Producto Titanium Dioxide TiO₂ 1 (s)

Ejemplo cotidiano

White paint, sunscreen, and toothpaste all contain titanium dioxide as a white pigment or UV-blocker.

Importancia industrial

El dióxido de titanio es el pigmento blanco más importante a nivel mundial, utilizado en pinturas, plásticos, papel y cosméticos. La producción anual supera los 7 millones de toneladas.

Propiedades

Tipo
Synthesis
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-944,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Titanium Dioxide?
The balanced equation is: Ti + O₂ → TiO₂.
What type of reaction is Formation of Titanium Dioxide?
Formation of Titanium Dioxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Titanium Dioxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Titanium Dioxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -944.0 kJ/mol.