Formation of Titanium Dioxide

Ti + O2 → TiO2

Visão geral

Titanium metal reacts with oxygen to form titanium dioxide, a brilliant white compound. Titanium burns with an intense white flame in oxygen. The resulting oxide is one of the most widely used white pigments in the world.

Participantes

Papel Substância Coeficiente Estado
Reagente Titanium Ti 1 (s)
Reagente Oxygen O 1 (g)
Produto Titanium Dioxide TiO₂ 1 (s)

Exemplo do cotidiano

White paint, sunscreen, and toothpaste all contain titanium dioxide as a white pigment or UV-blocker.

Importância industrial

O dióxido de titânio é o pigmento branco mais importante a nível mundial, utilizado em tintas, plásticos, papel e cosméticos. A produção supera 6 milhões de toneladas anuais. O TiO₂ é também um fotocatalisador para a purificação de ar e água.

Propriedades

Tipo
Synthesis
Reversível
Não
Energia
Exotérmico
ΔH
-944,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Titanium Dioxide?
The balanced equation is: Ti + O₂ → TiO₂.
What type of reaction is Formation of Titanium Dioxide?
Formation of Titanium Dioxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Titanium Dioxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Titanium Dioxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -944.0 kJ/mol.