Potassium Reacting with Water

2K + 2H2O → 2KOH + H2

概要

Potassium reacts even more violently with water than sodium, instantly producing potassium hydroxide and hydrogen gas. The hydrogen ignites immediately with a characteristic lilac/violet flame from potassium vapor. The reaction can cause small explosions due to its extreme vigor.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Potassium K 2 (s)
反応物 Water H₂O 2 (l)
生成物 Hydrogen H 1 (g)
生成物 Potassium Hydroxide KOH 2 (aq)

日常の例

Chemistry demonstrations with potassium in water produce a spectacular violet flame as the evolved hydrogen ignites spontaneously.

産業上の重要性

水酸化カリウム（苛性カリ）は石鹸製造、電池電解液、肥料生産に使用される重要な工業用アルカリである。

特性

タイプ
Single Replacement
可逆的
いいえ
エネルギー
発熱性
ΔH
-392.2 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Potassium Reacting with Water?
The balanced equation is: 2K + 2H₂O → 2KOH + H₂.
What type of reaction is Potassium Reacting with Water?
Potassium Reacting with Water is a single replacement reaction.
Is Potassium Reacting with Water exothermic or endothermic?
Potassium Reacting with Water is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -392.2 kJ/mol.