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
Reações relacionadas
Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide
Formation of Potassium Chloride
Formation of Sodium Bicarbonate
Formation of Sodium Peroxide
Formation of Silicon Dioxide
Formation of Tungsten Carbide
Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide
Formation of Sulfur Dioxide
Formation of Hydrogen Sulfide
Formation of Carbon Monoxide
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.