Thermal Decomposition of Sodium Percarbonate

2Na₂CO₃·3H₂O₂ → 2Na₂CO₃ + 3H₂O₂

Genel Bakış

Sodium percarbonate dissolves in water to release hydrogen peroxide and sodium carbonate. This controlled release of H2O2 makes it an effective solid oxygen bleach. It is marketed as an environmentally friendly alternative to chlorine bleach.

Katılımcılar

Rol	Madde	Katsayı	Hal
Reaktan	Sodium Percarbonate 2Na₂CO₃·3H₂O₂	2	(s)
Ürün	Sodium Carbonate Na₂CO₃	2	(s)
Ürün	Hydrogen Peroxide H₂O₂	3	(aq)

Günlük Örnek

OxiClean and similar oxygen bleach products contain sodium percarbonate that releases hydrogen peroxide when dissolved in water.

Endüstriyel Önemi

Sodium percarbonate is a major component of green cleaning products and oxygen-based laundry detergents, replacing environmentally harmful chlorine bleach.

Özellikler

Tür: Decomposition
Geri Dönüşümlü: Evet
Enerji: Endotermik
ΔH: 52,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Thermal Decomposition of Sodium Percarbonate?

The balanced equation is: 2Na₂CO₃·3H₂O₂ → 2Na₂CO₃ + 3H₂O₂.

What type of reaction is Thermal Decomposition of Sodium Percarbonate?

Thermal Decomposition of Sodium Percarbonate is a decomposition reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.

Is Thermal Decomposition of Sodium Percarbonate exothermic or endothermic?

Thermal Decomposition of Sodium Percarbonate is endothermic (absorbs energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is 52.0 kJ/mol.