Formation of Barium Sulfate

BaO + SO3 → BaSO4

개요

Barium oxide combines with sulfur trioxide to form barium sulfate, an extremely insoluble white compound. Barium sulfate is used extensively in medical imaging as a contrast agent because it is opaque to X-rays and non-toxic when ingested.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
생성물 Barium Sulfate BaSO₄ 1 (s)

일상 속 예시

Patients drink a barium sulfate suspension (barium meal) before gastrointestinal X-ray examinations to visualize the digestive tract.

산업적 중요성

의료용 소화기관 X선 조영제(황산바륨 현탁액)로 사용됩니다. 도료, 플라스틱 충전제, 종이 코팅제로도 활용되며, 황산염 분석의 중량 분석법에 응용됩니다.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Barium Sulfate?
The balanced equation is: BaO + SO₃ → BaSO₄.
What type of reaction is Formation of Barium Sulfate?
Formation of Barium Sulfate is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Barium Sulfate exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Barium Sulfate is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -213.0 kJ/mol.