Formation of Sodium Peroxide

2Na + O2 → Na2O2

개요

When sodium burns in excess oxygen, it forms sodium peroxide rather than sodium oxide. This yellowish-white compound is a powerful oxidizer. Unlike the lighter alkali metals, sodium preferentially forms the peroxide due to the size ratio of the ions.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
반응물 Oxygen O 1 (g)
반응물 Sodium Na 2 (s)

일상 속 예시

Sodium peroxide has been used in submarine air purification systems, reacting with CO2 to release oxygen.

산업적 중요성

잠수함 및 산소 호흡기의 산소 발생 장치로 사용됩니다(CO₂ 흡수와 O₂ 방출 동시 수행). 섬유, 종이 표백 및 유기 합성의 산화제로도 활용됩니다.

성질

유형
Synthesis
가역 반응
아니오
에너지
발열
ΔH
-510.9 kJ/mol

관련 반응

Formation of Calcium Hydroxide Formation of Carbon Monoxide Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide Formation of Potassium Chloride Formation of Sodium Bicarbonate Formation of Silicon Dioxide Formation of Tungsten Carbide Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide Formation of Sulfur Dioxide Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Sodium Peroxide?
The balanced equation is: 2Na + O₂ → Na₂O₂.
What type of reaction is Formation of Sodium Peroxide?
Formation of Sodium Peroxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Sodium Peroxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Sodium Peroxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -510.9 kJ/mol.