Formation of Strontium Oxide
2Sr + O2 → 2SrO
Aperçu
Strontium metal burns in oxygen with a characteristic crimson-red flame to produce strontium oxide. This is a vigorous reaction due to strontium's high reactivity as an alkaline earth metal. The red color is exploited in pyrotechnics.
Participants
| Rôle | Substance | Coefficient | État |
|---|---|---|---|
| Réactif | Oxygen O | 1 | (g) |
| Réactif | Strontium Sr | 2 | (s) |
| Produit | Strontium Oxide SrO | 2 | (s) |
Exemple du quotidien
Red fireworks and signal flares often contain strontium compounds that produce their intense red color from strontium emission spectra.
Importance industrielle
Strontium oxide is used in the production of strontium ferrite magnets, in cathode ray tubes, and in specialty glass for television screens.
Propriétés
- Type
- Synthesis
- Réversible
- Non
- Énergie
- Exothermique
- ΔH
- -1184,0 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 Strontium Oxide?
The balanced equation is: 2Sr + O₂ → 2SrO.
What type of reaction is Formation of Strontium Oxide?
Formation of Strontium Oxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Strontium Oxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Strontium Oxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1184.0 kJ/mol.