This equation describes the chemical reaction process between zinc nitrate (Zn(NO3)2) to form zinc nitrite (Zn(NO2)2) and oxygen (O2). This reaction is a type of thermodynamic decomposition reaction.
- Reaction conditions:
This reaction occurs when zinc nitrate is heated. At that time, zinc nitrate will decompose into zinc nitrite and oxygen gas.
- Reaction Process:
When heated, the zinc nitrate molecules will receive heat and proceed with the decomposition reaction. Each pair of zinc nitrate molecules will decompose into two zinc nitrite molecules and two oxygen molecules.
- Occurrences:
Through the reaction process, you will notice the change in substances from zinc nitrate to zinc nitrite, but there are no clear chemical phenomena in terms of color or shape that can be observed. However, if you have the appropriate equipment, you can detect the emergence of oxygen gas.