Decomposition of TNT
2C7H5N3O6 → 3N2 + 5H2O + 7CO + 7C
Visão geral
TNT (trinitrotoluene) decomposes explosively when detonated, producing nitrogen, water, carbon monoxide, and solid carbon (soot). TNT is relatively stable and requires a detonator to initiate. Its explosive yield (about 4.2 MJ/kg) is used as the standard reference for measuring explosion energy.
Participantes
| Papel | Substância | Coeficiente | Estado |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reagente | Trinitrotoluene C₇H₅N₃O₆ | 2 | (s) |
| Produto | Nitrogen N | 3 | (g) |
| Produto | Water H₂O | 5 | (g) |
| Produto | Carbon Monoxide CO | 7 | (g) |
| Produto | Carbon C | 7 | (s) |
Exemplo do cotidiano
The explosive power of other materials is often expressed in equivalent tons of TNT, a measurement unit used in news reports about explosions and nuclear weapons.
Importância industrial
O TNT continua a ser um dos explosivos militares e industriais mais importantes. A 'tonelada de TNT' é a unidade padrão para medir a energia explosiva, incluindo o rendimento de armas nucleares.
Propriedades
- Tipo
- Decomposition
- Reversível
- Não
- Energia
- Exotérmico
- ΔH
- -912,0 kJ/mol
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the equation for Decomposition of TNT?
The balanced equation is: 2C₇H₅N₃O₆ → 3N₂ + 5H₂O + 7CO + 7C.
What type of reaction is Decomposition of TNT?
Decomposition of TNT is a decomposition reaction.
Is Decomposition of TNT exothermic or endothermic?
Decomposition of TNT is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -912.0 kJ/mol.