This equation describes the decomposition process of barium perchlorate (BaS2O8) forming barium sulfate (BaSO4), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and oxygen (O2).
- Reaction conditions:
This reaction usually occurs at high temperatures.
- Reaction process:
When barium perchlorate is heated, it decomposes and forms barium sulfate, sulfur dioxide, and oxygen. Barium sulfate is a solid that is insoluble in water, sulfur dioxide and oxygen are gases.
- Phenomenon that occurs:
When barium perchlorate is heated, you will see sulfur dioxide and oxygen gases being released. Meanwhile, barium sulfate forms as white solid crystals.