Formation of Hydrogen Chloride

H2 + Cl2 → 2HCl

概要

Hydrogen gas and chlorine gas combine to form hydrogen chloride gas. This reaction can be initiated by UV light and proceeds explosively as a radical chain reaction. Dissolving HCl gas in water produces hydrochloric acid.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Hydrogen H 1 (g)
反応物 Chlorine Cl 1 (g)
生成物 Hydrochloric Acid HCl 2 (g)

日常の例

Hydrochloric acid, made by dissolving the product in water, is found in muriatic acid used to clean concrete and adjust pool pH.

産業上の重要性

塩酸は鉄鋼の酸洗、食品加工、医薬品製造、塩化ビニル合成に重要である。フォスゲン合成(ポリウレタン・ポリカーボネート製造)、塩素化有機物の製造にも利用される。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Hydrogen Chloride?
The balanced equation is: H₂ + Cl₂ → 2HCl.
What type of reaction is Formation of Hydrogen Chloride?
Formation of Hydrogen Chloride is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Hydrogen Chloride exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Hydrogen Chloride is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -184.6 kJ/mol.