This chemical equation describes the reaction between nitric acid (HNO3) and nickel (Ni). The products of this reaction are nickel nitrate (Ni(NO3)2), water (H2O), and nitric oxide (NO).
- Reaction Conditions
This reaction occurs easily under normal temperature and pressure conditions. However, the reaction rate can increase if the temperature rises.
- Reaction Process
This process involves the conversion of nitric acid, a strong oxidizing agent, into nitric oxide, a reddish-brown gas. In this process, nickel is oxidized into nickel nitrate.
- Phenomena Occurring
When the reaction occurs, you will see nickel melting in a solution of nitric acid to create a blue-green solution of nickel nitrate. Simultaneously, nitric oxide gas is released, which can be identified by its reddish-brown color. If the reaction occurs in a confined space, the pressure within that space will increase due to the gas release.