Formation of Sulfur Dioxide

S + O2 → SO2

Ikhtisar

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.

Peserta

Peran Zat Koefisien Keadaan
Reaktan Sulfur S 1 (s)
Reaktan Oxygen O 1 (g)
Produk Sulfur Dioxide SO₂ 1 (g)

Contoh Sehari-hari

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

Pentingnya dalam Industri

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.

Sifat

Jenis
Synthesis
Dapat Dibalik
Tidak
Energi
Eksoterm
ΔH
-296,8 kJ/mol

Reaksi Terkait

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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.