Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite

2Ca(OCl)2 → 2CaCl2 + O2

概要

Calcium hypochlorite slowly decomposes to release oxygen, which is why it has strong oxidizing and bleaching properties. The decomposition rate increases with temperature and moisture. This is the active ingredient in many pool chlorination products.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Calcium Hypochlorite Ca(OCl)₂ 2 (s)
生成物 Oxygen O 1 (g)

日常の例

Pool shock treatment uses calcium hypochlorite, which decomposes to release available chlorine and oxygen for water disinfection.

産業上の重要性

水処理、プール消毒、そして漂白で広範に使用されています。分解が加速して危険になる可能性があるため、適切な保管が不可欠です。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite?
The balanced equation is: 2Ca(OCl)₂ → 2CaCl₂ + O₂.
What type of reaction is Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite?
Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite is a decomposition reaction.
Is Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite exothermic or endothermic?
Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -202.0 kJ/mol.