Formation of Beryllium Oxide

2Be + O2 → 2BeO

Ikhtisar

Beryllium reacts with oxygen to form beryllium oxide, an extremely hard and thermally stable ceramic. BeO has the unusual combination of being an excellent electrical insulator while also being a superb thermal conductor, comparable to some metals.

Peserta

Peran Zat Koefisien Keadaan
Reaktan Oxygen O 1 (g)
Reaktan Beryllium Be 2 (s)
Produk Beryllium Oxide BeO 2 (s)

Contoh Sehari-hari

Beryllium oxide ceramics are used in high-power electronics as heat sinks, though handling requires safety precautions due to beryllium toxicity.

Pentingnya dalam Industri

BeO ceramics are used in aerospace, military electronics, nuclear reactors, and high-power laser systems. Strict safety protocols are required due to beryllium's toxicity.

Sifat

Jenis
Synthesis
Dapat Dibalik
Tidak
Energi
Eksoterm
ΔH
-1208,0 kJ/mol

Reaksi Terkait

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Beryllium Oxide?
The balanced equation is: 2Be + O₂ → 2BeO.
What type of reaction is Formation of Beryllium Oxide?
Formation of Beryllium Oxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Beryllium Oxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Beryllium Oxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1208.0 kJ/mol.