Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide

4V + 5O2 → 2V2O5

Descripción general

Vanadium metal reacts with oxygen to form vanadium(V) oxide (vanadium pentoxide). This orange-yellow compound is a powerful catalyst used in the Contact Process for sulfuric acid production. It exhibits catalytic properties due to its ability to cycle between oxidation states.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Vanadium V 4 (s)
Reactivo Oxygen O 5 (g)
Producto Vanadium(V) Oxide V₂O₅ 2 (s)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Vanadium pentoxide is used in some specialized ceramics and glass to produce a yellow or amber color.

Importancia industrial

El V₂O₅ es el catalizador principal en la fabricación de ácido sulfúrico (Proceso de Contacto), siendo indirectamente responsable de producir el producto químico industrial más utilizado del mundo.

Propiedades

Tipo
Synthesis
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-3102,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide?
The balanced equation is: 4V + 5O₂ → 2V₂O₅.
What type of reaction is Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide?
Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -3102.0 kJ/mol.