Formation of Potassium Chloride

2K + Cl2 → 2KCl

Ikhtisar

Potassium metal reacts vigorously with chlorine gas to produce potassium chloride. Potassium is even more reactive than sodium, and this reaction occurs with great intensity when the two elements come into contact. The product is a common salt substitute.

Peserta

Peran Zat Koefisien Keadaan
Reaktan Chlorine Cl 1 (g)
Reaktan Potassium K 2 (s)
Produk Potassium Chloride KCl 2 (s)

Contoh Sehari-hari

Potassium chloride is sold as a salt substitute for people on sodium-restricted diets, providing a similar salty taste.

Pentingnya dalam Industri

Potassium chloride is the primary source of potassium for fertilizers (potash). It is also used in the food industry and in medical applications as an electrolyte supplement.

Sifat

Jenis
Synthesis
Dapat Dibalik
Tidak
Energi
Eksoterm
ΔH
-436,7 kJ/mol

Reaksi Terkait

Formation of Calcium Hydroxide Formation of Carbon Monoxide Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide 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 Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Potassium Chloride?
The balanced equation is: 2K + Cl₂ → 2KCl.
What type of reaction is Formation of Potassium Chloride?
Formation of Potassium Chloride is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Potassium Chloride exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Potassium Chloride is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -436.7 kJ/mol.