Formation of Tungsten Carbide

W + C → WC

Обзор

Tungsten metal and carbon combine at very high temperatures (1400-1600 C) to form tungsten carbide, one of the hardest known materials. Tungsten carbide has a hardness approaching that of diamond and exceptional wear resistance.

Участники

Роль	Вещество	Коэффициент	Состояние
Реагент	Tungsten W	1	(s)
Реагент	Carbon C	1	(s)
Продукт	Tungsten Carbide WC	1	(s)

Пример из жизни

Tungsten carbide is used in drill bits, cutting tools, jewelry (wedding bands), and the tips of ballpoint pens.

Промышленное значение

Tungsten carbide is critical for metalworking tools, mining equipment, and abrasion-resistant coatings. The cemented carbide industry is worth over $20 billion globally.

Свойства

Тип: Synthesis
Обратимая: Нет
Энергия: Экзотермическая
ΔH: -40,5 kJ/mol

Связанные реакции

Formation of Calcium Hydroxide Formation of Carbon Monoxide Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide Formation of Potassium Chloride Formation of Sodium Bicarbonate Formation of Sodium Peroxide Formation of Silicon Dioxide Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide Formation of Sulfur Dioxide Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Tungsten Carbide?

The balanced equation is: W + C → WC.

What type of reaction is Formation of Tungsten Carbide?

Formation of Tungsten Carbide is a synthesis reaction.

Is Formation of Tungsten Carbide exothermic or endothermic?

Formation of Tungsten Carbide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -40.5 kJ/mol.