Synthesis of Ethanol (Hydration of Ethylene)
C2H4 + H2O → C2H5OH
概述
Ethylene reacts with steam over a phosphoric acid catalyst at 300 C and 60-70 atm to produce ethanol. This is the primary industrial method for synthetic ethanol production. The reaction follows Markovnikov's rule.
参与者
日常示例
Industrial ethanol used in hand sanitizers, solvents, and chemical manufacturing is often produced by this process.
工业重要性
这是产量最大的工业有机合成反应之一，工业乙醇广泛用于溶剂、消毒剂、化妆品和化工原料生产。
属性
- 类型
- Synthesis
- 可逆
- 是
- 能量
- 放热
- ΔH
- -44.2 kJ/mol
- 催化剂
- Phosphoric acid (H₃PO₄) on silica
相关反应
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 Synthesis of Ethanol (Hydration of Ethylene)?
The balanced equation is: C₂H₄ + H₂O → C₂H₅OH.
What type of reaction is Synthesis of Ethanol (Hydration of Ethylene)?
Synthesis of Ethanol (Hydration of Ethylene) is a synthesis reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.
Is Synthesis of Ethanol (Hydration of Ethylene) exothermic or endothermic?
Synthesis of Ethanol (Hydration of Ethylene) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -44.2 kJ/mol.
What conditions are needed for Synthesis of Ethanol (Hydration of Ethylene)?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Phosphoric acid (H₃PO₄) on silica).