Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation

2SO2 + O2 ⇌ 2SO3

概要

Sulfur dioxide is oxidized to sulfur trioxide over a vanadium pentoxide catalyst in the contact process for sulfuric acid manufacture. Sulfur changes from +4 to +6 oxidation state. The equilibrium is favored by low temperature but requires high temperature for adequate reaction rate, so 400-450 C with V₂O₅ catalyst provides optimal yield.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Oxygen O 1 (g)
反応物 Sulfur Dioxide SO₂ 2 (g)
生成物 Sulfur Trioxide SO₃ 2 (g)

日常の例

Sulfuric acid produced by this process is the world's most produced chemical, used in everything from fertilizers to batteries to detergents.

産業上の重要性

接触法により年間2億6,000万トン以上の硫酸が生産されています。V₂O₅触媒は、もともと使用されていたより高価な白金触媒に代わるものです。

特性

タイプ
Redox
可逆的
はい
エネルギー
発熱性
ΔH
-198.0 kJ/mol
触媒
Vanadium(V) oxide (V₂O₅)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation?
The balanced equation is: 2SO₂ + O₂ ⇌ 2SO₃.
What type of reaction is Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation?
Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation is a redox reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.
Is Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation exothermic or endothermic?
Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -198.0 kJ/mol.
What conditions are needed for Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Vanadium(V) oxide (V₂O₅)).