This is a balanced chemical equation, representing the reaction process between the compound Mercury (II) Phosphide (Hg3P2) and Oxygen to form the compound Mercury (I) Phosphide (Hg2P2), Phosphorus (P2) and Oxygen (O2).
- Reaction conditions
This reaction occurs when supplied with high temperature or high pressure.
- Reaction process
When 2 molecules of Mercury (II) Phosphide (Hg3P2) react with Oxygen, they will dissociate and recombine to form 2 molecules of Mercury (I) Phosphide (Hg2P2), Phosphorus (P2) and Oxygen (O2).
- Occurring phenomena
During the reaction process, it can be observed that the color of the reacting substance changes. Specifically, the white Mercury (II) Phosphide (Hg3P2) will turn into the black-gray color of Mercury (I) Phosphide (Hg2P2). Meanwhile, if the reaction happens in air conditions, it can be observed that combustion takes place, accompanied by the release of heat and light.
Note: The above is just an assumption about the reaction process based on the given chemical formula, the reality may have differences.