Formation of Beryllium Oxide

2Be + O2 → 2BeO

Visão geral

Beryllium reacts with oxygen to form beryllium oxide, an extremely hard and thermally stable ceramic. BeO has the unusual combination of being an excellent electrical insulator while also being a superb thermal conductor, comparable to some metals.

Participantes

Papel Substância Coeficiente Estado
Reagente Oxygen O 1 (g)
Reagente Beryllium Be 2 (s)
Produto Beryllium Oxide BeO 2 (s)

Exemplo do cotidiano

Beryllium oxide ceramics are used in high-power electronics as heat sinks, though handling requires safety precautions due to beryllium toxicity.

Importância industrial

O óxido de berílio é usado em electrónica de alta potência, lasers e componentes de defesa onde é necessária condutividade térmica elevada combinada com isolamento eléctrico. Requer manuseamento com precauções especiais devido à toxicidade.

Propriedades

Tipo
Synthesis
Reversível
Não
Energia
Exotérmico
ΔH
-1208,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Beryllium Oxide?
The balanced equation is: 2Be + O₂ → 2BeO.
What type of reaction is Formation of Beryllium Oxide?
Formation of Beryllium Oxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Beryllium Oxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Beryllium Oxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1208.0 kJ/mol.