The above equation describes the reaction between sodium (Na) and copper(II) oxide (CuO) to form sodium oxide (Na2O) and copper (Cu).
- Reaction Conditions
This reaction requires high temperatures (about 300 to 800 degrees Celsius) to occur. In addition, it needs to maintain an environment with sufficient oxygen to ensure that CuO can react completely.
- Reaction Process
When sodium is burned in the air at high temperature, sodium will react with copper (II) oxide to form sodium oxide and copper. However, this process occurs very quickly and vigorously as sodium is highly flammable and reacts upon contact with oxygen.
- Occurrence Phenomenon
As the reaction occurs, you will see a powerful explosion accompanied by a brilliant glow from the flame. After the reaction, you will see the formation of sodium oxide, a white solid, and copper, a red metal.