This equation describes a chemical reaction between potassium peroxide (K2O2) and hydrochloric acid (HCl), producing potassium chloride (KCl) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2).
- Reaction conditions
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) must be concentrated for the reaction to occur. The reaction temperature also needs to be controlled as both potassium peroxide (K2O2) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) can easily decompose at high temperatures.
- Reaction process
When potassium peroxide (K2O2) comes into contact with hydrochloric acid (HCl), it separates into potassium chloride (KCl) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) at a molecular ratio of 1:1:2:1.
- Phenomena that occur
The phenomena that occur when the reaction takes place can vary depending on the specific conditions. However, a common occurrence is the release of hydrogen gas (H2) when hydrochloric acid (HCl) comes into contact with potassium peroxide (K2O2). Simultaneously, the solution also turns white due to the formation of potassium chloride (KCl).