Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide (Anthraquinone Process)

H2 + O2 → H2O2

Descripción general

The industrial synthesis of hydrogen peroxide uses the anthraquinone auto-oxidation process, where hydrogen and oxygen combine with the aid of an anthraquinone carrier and palladium catalyst. The net reaction is the direct combination of hydrogen and oxygen to form hydrogen peroxide.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Hydrogen H 1 (g)
Reactivo Oxygen O 1 (g)
Producto Hydrogen Peroxide H₂O₂ 1 (l)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Hydrogen peroxide from the pharmacy (3% solution) is used for wound disinfection and hair bleaching.

Importancia industrial

Método industrial dominante para la producción mundial de H₂O₂ para blanqueo, desinfección y síntesis química.

Propiedades

Tipo
Synthesis
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-187,8 kJ/mol
Catalizador
Anthraquinone/palladium

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide (Anthraquinone Process)?
The balanced equation is: H₂ + O₂ → H₂O₂.
What type of reaction is Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide (Anthraquinone Process)?
Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide (Anthraquinone Process) is a synthesis reaction.
Is Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide (Anthraquinone Process) exothermic or endothermic?
Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide (Anthraquinone Process) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -187.8 kJ/mol.
What conditions are needed for Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide (Anthraquinone Process)?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Anthraquinone/palladium).