Fenton's Reaction

Fe2+ + H2O2 → Fe3+ + OH− + OH·

개요

Fenton's reagent generates highly reactive hydroxyl radicals (OH·) from iron(II) and hydrogen peroxide. The hydroxyl radical is one of the strongest oxidizers known, capable of degrading virtually any organic compound. Fe²⁺ is oxidized to Fe³⁺ while H₂O₂ is reduced.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
반응물 Hydrogen Peroxide H₂O₂ 1 (aq)

일상 속 예시

Fenton's chemistry occurs naturally in the body when iron and hydrogen peroxide interact, which is why excess free iron can cause oxidative damage.

산업적 중요성

폐수 처리에서 난분해성 유기 오염물질 제거에 사용되는 고급 산화 공정(AOP)의 핵심입니다. 의약품 및 산업 폐수의 독성 저감 및 생물 분해성 향상에 활용됩니다.

성질

유형
Redox
가역 반응
아니오
에너지
발열
ΔH
-40.0 kJ/mol

관련 반응

Iron(II) to Iron(III) Oxidation by Oxygen Bleaching with Sodium Hypochlorite Copper Reduction of Silver Ion Aqua Regia Dissolving Gold Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II) Chlorine Oxidation of Bromide Copper Oxidation by Nitric Acid Hypochlorite Oxidation of Hydrogen Peroxide Hydrogen Peroxide as Oxidizing Agent (Acidic) Displacement of Hydrogen from Acid by Magnesium

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Fenton's Reaction?
The balanced equation is: Fe²⁺ + H₂O₂ → Fe³⁺ + OH⁻ + OH·.
What type of reaction is Fenton's Reaction?
Fenton's Reaction is a redox reaction.
Is Fenton's Reaction exothermic or endothermic?
Fenton's Reaction is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -40.0 kJ/mol.