Aluminum Reacting with Iron(III) Oxide (Thermite)

2Al + Fe₂O₃ → Al₂O₃ + 2Fe

Tổng quan

The thermite reaction involves aluminum reducing iron(III) oxide to produce aluminum oxide and molten iron. This spectacularly exothermic reaction generates temperatures exceeding 2500 C, hot enough to melt iron. Once ignited (requires about 1500 C), it cannot be extinguished with water.

Người tham gia

Vai trò	Chất	Hệ số	Trạng thái
Chất phản ứng	Iron(III) Oxide Fe₂O₃	1	(s)
Chất phản ứng	Aluminum Al	2	(s)
Sản phẩm	Aluminum Oxide Al₂O₃	1	(s)
Sản phẩm	Iron Fe	2	(l)

Ví dụ thực tế

The thermite reaction is used for emergency railroad track welding in the field, fusing rail ends with molten iron produced on-site.

Tầm quan trọng công nghiệp

Used in railroad track welding (thermite welding), metal cutting and demolition, incendiary devices, and the production of certain metals from their oxides.

Tính chất

Loại: Single Replacement
Thuận nghịch: Không
Năng lượng: Tỏa nhiệt
ΔH: -851,5 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Aluminum Reacting with Iron(III) Oxide (Thermite)?

The balanced equation is: 2Al + Fe₂O₃ → Al₂O₃ + 2Fe.

What type of reaction is Aluminum Reacting with Iron(III) Oxide (Thermite)?

Aluminum Reacting with Iron(III) Oxide (Thermite) is a single replacement reaction.

Is Aluminum Reacting with Iron(III) Oxide (Thermite) exothermic or endothermic?

Aluminum Reacting with Iron(III) Oxide (Thermite) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -851.5 kJ/mol.