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Detailed information about the Be + 2H2O -> Be(OH)2 + H2equation:
The above chemical equation describes the reaction process between Beryllium (Be) and water (H2O) to form Beryllium Hydroxide (Be(OH)2) and Hydrogen (H2). -
Reaction conditions:
This reaction takes place at high temperatures. -
Reaction process:
Beryllium reacts with water to form beryllium hydroxide and hydrogen gas. This is a redox process, where beryllium is oxidized from an oxidation state of 0 to +2, while hydrogen is reduced from +1 to 0. -
Phenomena that occur:
When beryllium reacts with water, it will gradually dissolve in the water and create hydrogen gas bubbles. The resulting beryllium hydroxide is solid, colorless, and odorless.