Formation of Barium Oxide

2Ba + O₂ → 2BaO

Aperçu

Barium metal reacts with oxygen to form barium oxide. Barium is a highly reactive alkaline earth metal that oxidizes quickly in air. Barium oxide is a strong base and a precursor to barium peroxide.

Participants

Rôle	Substance	Coefficient	État
Réactif	Oxygen O	1	(g)
Réactif	Barium Ba	2	(s)
Produit	Barium Oxide BaO	2	(s)

Exemple du quotidien

Barium oxide is used in cathode ray tubes and as a drying agent for solvents and gases.

Importance industrielle

Used in the production of lubricating oil detergents, as an ethanol dehydrating agent, and in producing barium peroxide for use in pyrotechnics.

Propriétés

Type: Synthesis
Réversible: Non
Énergie: Exothermique
ΔH: -1107,6 kJ/mol

Réactions associées

Formation of Calcium Hydroxide Formation of Carbon Monoxide Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide Formation of Potassium Chloride Formation of Sodium Bicarbonate Formation of Sodium Peroxide Formation of Silicon Dioxide Formation of Tungsten Carbide Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Barium Oxide?

The balanced equation is: 2Ba + O₂ → 2BaO.

What type of reaction is Formation of Barium Oxide?

Formation of Barium Oxide is a synthesis reaction.

Is Formation of Barium Oxide exothermic or endothermic?

Formation of Barium Oxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1107.6 kJ/mol.