Aluminum Hydroxide as Amphoteric Acid with NaOH
Al(OH)3 + NaOH → NaAlO2 + 2H2O
Обзор
Aluminum hydroxide dissolves in sodium hydroxide solution, demonstrating its acidic character. The Al(OH)₃ acts as a Lewis acid, accepting OH⁻ to form the aluminate ion [Al(OH)₄]⁻. This amphoteric behavior is characteristic of elements near the metal-nonmetal boundary in the periodic table.
Участники
| Роль | Вещество | Коэффициент | Состояние |
|---|---|---|---|
| Реагент | Aluminum Hydroxide Al(OH)₃ | 1 | (s) |
| Реагент | Sodium Hydroxide NaOH | 1 | (aq) |
| Продукт | Water H₂O | 2 | (l) |
Пример из жизни
The Bayer process for aluminum production exploits this amphoteric behavior, dissolving aluminum oxide in NaOH to separate it from iron oxide impurities.
Промышленное значение
Sodium aluminate is used in water treatment as a coagulant, in paper manufacturing, and in the Bayer process which produces over 130 million tonnes of alumina annually.
Свойства
- Тип
- Acid-Base
- Обратимая
- Нет
- Энергия
- Экзотермическая
- ΔH
- -20,0 kJ/mol
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Hydrochloric Acid and Sodium Hydroxide Neutralization
Nitric Acid and Potassium Hydroxide Neutralization
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Hydrochloric Acid and Barium Hydroxide
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the equation for Aluminum Hydroxide as Amphoteric Acid with NaOH?
The balanced equation is: Al(OH)₃ + NaOH → NaAlO₂ + 2H₂O.
What type of reaction is Aluminum Hydroxide as Amphoteric Acid with NaOH?
Aluminum Hydroxide as Amphoteric Acid with NaOH is a acid-base reaction.
Is Aluminum Hydroxide as Amphoteric Acid with NaOH exothermic or endothermic?
Aluminum Hydroxide as Amphoteric Acid with NaOH is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -20.0 kJ/mol.