Formation of Sodium Sulfate
Na2O + SO3 → Na2SO4
Aperçu
Sodium oxide reacts with sulfur trioxide to form sodium sulfate. This is a classic acid-anhydride reaction where a basic oxide combines with an acidic oxide. Sodium sulfate is an important industrial chemical with diverse applications.
Participants
| Rôle | Substance | Coefficient | État |
|---|---|---|---|
| Produit | Sodium Sulfate Na₂SO₄ | 1 | (s) |
Exemple du quotidien
Sodium sulfate is found in some laundry detergents as a filler and processing aid.
Importance industrielle
Sodium sulfate (Glauber's salt) is used in the Kraft process for paper pulping, in textile dyeing, and in glass manufacturing.
Propriétés
- Type
- Synthesis
- Réversible
- Non
- Énergie
- Exothermique
- ΔH
- -259,0 kJ/mol
Réactions associées
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
Formation of Sulfur Dioxide
Formation of Hydrogen Sulfide
Formation of Carbon Monoxide
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the equation for Formation of Sodium Sulfate?
The balanced equation is: Na₂O + SO₃ → Na₂SO₄.
What type of reaction is Formation of Sodium Sulfate?
Formation of Sodium Sulfate is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Sodium Sulfate exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Sodium Sulfate is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -259.0 kJ/mol.