Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation

2SO2 + O2 ⇌ 2SO3

概述

Sulfur dioxide is oxidized to sulfur trioxide over a vanadium pentoxide catalyst in the contact process for sulfuric acid manufacture. Sulfur changes from +4 to +6 oxidation state. The equilibrium is favored by low temperature but requires high temperature for adequate reaction rate, so 400-450 C with V₂O₅ catalyst provides optimal yield.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Oxygen O 1 (g)
反应物 Sulfur Dioxide SO₂ 2 (g)
产物 Sulfur Trioxide SO₃ 2 (g)

日常示例

Sulfuric acid produced by this process is the world's most produced chemical, used in everything from fertilizers to batteries to detergents.

工业重要性

接触法每年生产超过2.6亿吨硫酸。V₂O₅催化剂取代了原来更昂贵的铂催化剂。

属性

类型
Redox
可逆
是
能量
放热
ΔH
-198.0 kJ/mol
催化剂
Vanadium(V) oxide (V₂O₅)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation?
The balanced equation is: 2SO₂ + O₂ ⇌ 2SO₃.
What type of reaction is Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation?
Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation is a redox reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.
Is Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation exothermic or endothermic?
Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -198.0 kJ/mol.
What conditions are needed for Contact Process SO₂ Oxidation?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Vanadium(V) oxide (V₂O₅)).