Formation of Sulfur Dioxide

S + O2 → SO2

अवलोकन

Sulfur burns in oxygen with a characteristic blue flame to produce sulfur dioxide, a pungent-smelling gas. This reaction is the first step in the industrial production of sulfuric acid. Sulfur dioxide is also a significant atmospheric pollutant.

प्रतिभागी

भूमिका पदार्थ गुणांक अवस्था
अभिकारक Sulfur S 1 (s)
अभिकारक Oxygen O 1 (g)
उत्पाद Sulfur Dioxide SO₂ 1 (g)

रोजमर्रा का उदाहरण

The smell of a struck match comes partly from sulfur dioxide produced as the match head burns.

औद्योगिक महत्व

This reaction is the first step of the Contact Process for sulfuric acid manufacturing. It is also relevant to understanding volcanic emissions and industrial pollution.

गुण

प्रकार
Synthesis
प्रतिवर्ती
नहीं
ऊर्जा
ऊष्माक्षेपी
ΔH
-296.8 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Sulfur Dioxide?
The balanced equation is: S + O₂ → SO₂.
What type of reaction is Formation of Sulfur Dioxide?
Formation of Sulfur Dioxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Sulfur Dioxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Sulfur Dioxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -296.8 kJ/mol.