Formation of Sodium Sulfate
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Na2O + SO3 → Na2SO4
Overview
Sodium oxide reacts with sulfur trioxide to form sodium sulfate. This is a classic acid-anhydride reaction where a basic oxide combines with an acidic oxide. Sodium sulfate is an important industrial chemical with diverse applications.
Participants
| Role | Substance | Coefficient | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Sodium Sulfate Na₂SO₄ | 1 | (s) |
Everyday Example
Sodium sulfate is found in some laundry detergents as a filler and processing aid.
Industrial Importance
Sodium sulfate (Glauber's salt) is used in the Kraft process for paper pulping, in textile dyeing, and in glass manufacturing.
Properties
- Type
- Synthesis
- Reversible
- No
- Energy
- Exothermic
- ΔH
- -259.0 kJ/mol
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the equation for Formation of Sodium Sulfate?
The balanced equation is: Na₂O + SO₃ → Na₂SO₄.
What type of reaction is Formation of Sodium Sulfate?
Formation of Sodium Sulfate is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Sodium Sulfate exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Sodium Sulfate is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -259.0 kJ/mol.