Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide

4V + 5O₂ → 2V₂O₅

Visão geral

Vanadium metal reacts with oxygen to form vanadium(V) oxide (vanadium pentoxide). This orange-yellow compound is a powerful catalyst used in the Contact Process for sulfuric acid production. It exhibits catalytic properties due to its ability to cycle between oxidation states.

Participantes

Papel	Substância	Coeficiente	Estado
Reagente	Vanadium V	4	(s)
Reagente	Oxygen O	5	(g)
Produto	Vanadium(V) Oxide V₂O₅	2	(s)

Exemplo do cotidiano

Vanadium pentoxide is used in some specialized ceramics and glass to produce a yellow or amber color.

Importância industrial

O V₂O₅ é o catalisador principal no fabrico de ácido sulfúrico (processo de contacto), sendo responsável por mais de 200 milhões de toneladas de H₂SO₄ anuais. É também utilizado em baterias de fluxo de redox de vanádio para armazenamento de energia em rede.

Propriedades

Tipo: Synthesis
Reversível: Não
Energia: Exotérmico
ΔH: -3102,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide?

The balanced equation is: 4V + 5O₂ → 2V₂O₅.

What type of reaction is Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide?

Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide is a synthesis reaction.

Is Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide exothermic or endothermic?

Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -3102.0 kJ/mol.