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
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 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.