Decomposition of Sodium Azide (Airbag Reaction)

2NaN₃ → 2Na + 3N₂

Ikhtisar

Sodium azide rapidly decomposes when ignited to produce sodium metal and nitrogen gas. This extremely fast reaction (completing in about 40 milliseconds) is the primary gas-generating reaction in automobile airbags. The large volume of nitrogen gas produced instantly inflates the airbag.

Peserta

Peran	Zat	Koefisien	Keadaan
Reaktan	Sodium Azide NaN₃	2	(s)
Produk	Sodium Na	2	(s)
Produk	Nitrogen N	3	(g)

Contoh Sehari-hari

When you see an airbag deploy in a car crash, the bag is inflated by nitrogen gas from the rapid decomposition of sodium azide.

Pentingnya dalam Industri

Sodium azide is the key component of automotive airbag inflators. Over 100 million airbags are produced annually. The reaction's speed and gas volume are precisely engineered for occupant safety.

Sifat

Jenis: Decomposition
Dapat Dibalik: Tidak
Energi: Eksoterm
ΔH: -42,6 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Decomposition of Sodium Azide (Airbag Reaction)?

The balanced equation is: 2NaN₃ → 2Na + 3N₂.

What type of reaction is Decomposition of Sodium Azide (Airbag Reaction)?

Decomposition of Sodium Azide (Airbag Reaction) is a decomposition reaction.

Is Decomposition of Sodium Azide (Airbag Reaction) exothermic or endothermic?

Decomposition of Sodium Azide (Airbag Reaction) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -42.6 kJ/mol.