Formation of Vanadium(V) Oxide
4V + 5O2 → 2V2O5
Обзор
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.
Участники
| Роль | Вещество | Коэффициент | Состояние |
|---|---|---|---|
| Реагент | Vanadium V | 4 | (s) |
| Реагент | Oxygen O | 5 | (g) |
| Продукт | Vanadium(V) Oxide V₂O₅ | 2 | (s) |
Пример из жизни
Vanadium pentoxide is used in some specialized ceramics and glass to produce a yellow or amber color.
Промышленное значение
V2O5 is the primary catalyst in sulfuric acid manufacturing (Contact Process), making it indirectly responsible for producing the world's most-used chemical. Also used in vanadium redox flow batteries.
Свойства
- Тип
- Synthesis
- Обратимая
- Нет
- Энергия
- Экзотермическая
- ΔH
- -3102,0 kJ/mol
Связанные реакции
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.