Aluminum Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid

2Al + 6HCl → 2AlCl₃ + 3H₂

ภาพรวม

Aluminum reacts with hydrochloric acid to produce aluminum chloride and hydrogen gas. The reaction requires the initial dissolution of the protective aluminum oxide layer, after which it proceeds vigorously. The reaction generates significant heat and rapid hydrogen evolution.

ผู้เข้าร่วม

บทบาท	สาร	สัมประสิทธิ์	สถานะ
สารตั้งต้น	Aluminum Al	2	(s)
สารตั้งต้น	Hydrochloric Acid HCl	6	(aq)
ผลิตภัณฑ์	Hydrogen H	3	(g)

ตัวอย่างในชีวิตประจำวัน

Aluminum foil dissolving in muriatic acid (hydrochloric acid) demonstrates this reaction, though it should only be done with proper safety equipment.

ความสำคัญทางอุตสาหกรรม

Aluminum chloride is an important Lewis acid catalyst used in Friedel-Crafts reactions in organic chemistry and petroleum refining.

คุณสมบัติ

ประเภท: Single Replacement
ย้อนกลับได้: ไม่
พลังงาน: คายความร้อน
ΔH: -1049.0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Aluminum Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid?

The balanced equation is: 2Al + 6HCl → 2AlCl₃ + 3H₂.

What type of reaction is Aluminum Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid?

Aluminum Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid is a single replacement reaction.

Is Aluminum Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid exothermic or endothermic?

Aluminum Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1049.0 kJ/mol.