Formation of Tungsten Carbide

W + C → WC

개요

Tungsten metal and carbon combine at very high temperatures (1400-1600 C) to form tungsten carbide, one of the hardest known materials. Tungsten carbide has a hardness approaching that of diamond and exceptional wear resistance.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
반응물 Tungsten W 1 (s)
반응물 Carbon C 1 (s)
생성물 Tungsten Carbide WC 1 (s)

일상 속 예시

Tungsten carbide is used in drill bits, cutting tools, jewelry (wedding bands), and the tips of ballpoint pens.

산업적 중요성

초경합금(WC+Co 소결체)으로 절삭 공구, 드릴 비트, 광산 채굴 장비, 방탄 관통자 제조에 사용됩니다. 금속 가공 산업에서 고속 절삭 및 내마모 코팅의 핵심 소재입니다.

성질

유형
Synthesis
가역 반응
아니오
에너지
발열
ΔH
-40.5 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 Sodium Peroxide Formation of Silicon Dioxide Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide Formation of Sulfur Dioxide Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Tungsten Carbide?
The balanced equation is: W + C → WC.
What type of reaction is Formation of Tungsten Carbide?
Formation of Tungsten Carbide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Tungsten Carbide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Tungsten Carbide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -40.5 kJ/mol.