{"id":568998,"date":"2023-05-29T09:43:15","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T04:13:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=568998"},"modified":"2023-08-05T17:50:29","modified_gmt":"2023-08-05T12:20:29","slug":"sodium-oxide-formula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/","title":{"rendered":"SODIUM OXIDE FORMULA\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' style='display:block'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#SODIUM_OXIDE_FORMULA\" title=\"SODIUM OXIDE FORMULA \">SODIUM OXIDE FORMULA <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#Physical_Properties_of_Sodium_Oxide\" title=\"Physical Properties of Sodium Oxide: \">Physical Properties of Sodium Oxide: <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#Chemical_Properties_of_Sodium_Oxide\" title=\"Chemical Properties of Sodium Oxide: \">Chemical Properties of Sodium Oxide: <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#Solved_Examples_on_Sodium_oxide_Formula\" title=\"Solved Examples on Sodium oxide Formula: \">Solved Examples on Sodium oxide Formula: <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#Frequently_asked_Questions_FAQs_on_Sodium_Oxide_Formula\" title=\"Frequently asked Questions (FAQs) on Sodium Oxide Formula\">Frequently asked Questions (FAQs) on Sodium Oxide Formula<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#Is_sodium_oxide_corrosive\" title=\"Is sodium oxide corrosive? \">Is sodium oxide corrosive? <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#What_is_the_role_of_sodium_oxide_in_glass_production\" title=\"What is the role of sodium oxide in glass production?\">What is the role of sodium oxide in glass production?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#What_safety_precautions_should_be_taken_when_handling_sodium_oxide\" title=\"What safety precautions should be taken when handling sodium oxide?\">What safety precautions should be taken when handling sodium oxide?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-oxide-formula\/#How_should_sodium_oxide_be_stored\" title=\"How should sodium oxide be stored?\">How should sodium oxide be stored?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SODIUM OXIDE FORMULA<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sodium oxide (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O) is a chemical compound composed of sodium (Na) and oxygen (O) atoms. The chemical formula of sodium oxide is Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O, indicating that it contains two sodium ions (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">+<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) and one oxide ion (O<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">). The subscript numbers in the formula indicate the ratio of the ions present in the compound.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Explanation:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Sodium oxide is formed through the combination of sodium and oxygen atoms. The sodium atom donates one electron to the oxygen atom, resulting in the formation of two sodium ions (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">+<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) and one oxide ion (O<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">). The ionic bonding between the oppositely charged ions holds the compound together.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Structural Formula:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> The structural formula of sodium oxide represents the arrangement of atoms within the compound. However, since sodium oxide is an ionic compound, it does not have a distinct structural formula like covalent compounds. Instead, it is represented by a formula unit that shows the ratio of sodium ions to oxide ions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-569066 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.43.04-300x154.png\" alt=\"Sodium oxide formula\" width=\"300\" height=\"154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.43.04-300x154.png?v=1685333590 300w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.43.04.png?v=1685333590 564w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the solid state, sodium oxide forms a crystal lattice structure where sodium ions and oxide ions are arranged in a repeating pattern. The arrangement of ions in the crystal lattice allows for the compound&#8217;s stability and characteristic properties.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sodium oxide is an important compound used in various applications. It is commonly employed in the glass and ceramics industry as a flux, helping to lower the melting point of the materials being used. It is also used in the production of sodium hydroxide, an essential industrial chemical. Sodium oxide has other specialized uses, such as in the production of catalysts and as a desiccant to absorb moisture.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It&#8217;s important to note that sodium oxide is a highly reactive compound and should be handled with care. Direct contact with skin or eyes can cause irritation, and inhalation of its dust or fumes can be harmful. When using sodium oxide, appropriate safety precautions and protective equipment should be used to ensure safe handling.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also read: <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a class=\"row-title\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sodium-hydroxide-formula\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"\u201cSODIUM HYDROXIDE FORMULA \u201d (Edit)\">SODIUM HYDROXIDE FORMULA<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Physical Properties of Sodium Oxide:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/h3>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>State:<\/strong> Sodium oxide is typically encountered as a solid substance at room temperature and pressure. It appears as a white or yellowish powder.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Melting and Boiling Points:<\/strong> Sodium oxide has a high melting point of approximately 1,132\u00b0C (2,070\u00b0F). However, it does not have a well-defined boiling point since it decomposes before reaching the boiling point.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Solubility:<\/strong> Sodium oxide is highly soluble in water, undergoing a vigorous exothermic reaction. It reacts with water to form sodium hydroxide (NaOH), releasing heat in the process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Crystal Structure:<\/strong> Sodium oxide adopts a crystal lattice structure in its solid state. The exact crystal structure depends on the conditions of formation, such as temperature and pressure. It typically forms a cubic crystal lattice.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Conductivity:<\/strong> Sodium oxide is an ionic compound and, as a solid, does not conduct electricity. However, when dissolved in water, it dissociates into sodium ions (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">+<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) and oxide ions (O<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">), allowing it to conduct electricity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Appearance:<\/strong> Sodium oxide appears as a white or yellowish powder. It does not have a distinct odour.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chemical Properties of Sodium Oxide:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sodium oxide (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O) exhibits various chemical properties due to the interaction of its sodium and oxide ions. Here are some important chemical properties of sodium oxide:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Reactivity with Water:<\/strong> Sodium oxide reacts vigorously with water to form sodium hydroxide (NaOH). This reaction is highly exothermic, releasing heat. The chemical equation for this reaction is:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span>Na2O + H2O \u2192 2NaOH<\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Basicity:<\/strong> Sodium oxide is a basic oxide because it reacts with water to form a strong alkali, sodium hydroxide. It readily accepts protons (H<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">+<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) from water molecules, leading to the formation of hydroxide ions (OH<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) and releasing hydroxide ions into the solution.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Reactivity with Acids:<\/strong> Sodium oxide reacts with acids to form salts and water. The oxide ion in sodium oxide acts as a base, neutralizing the acidic properties of the acid. The general equation for this reaction is:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O + 2HX \u2192 2NaX + H<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O (where X represents the anion of the acid)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Redox Reactions:<\/strong> Sodium oxide can undergo redox reactions, particularly when exposed to strong oxidizing or reducing agents. It can donate or accept electrons, depending on the reaction conditions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Stability:<\/strong> Sodium oxide is relatively stable under normal conditions. However, it can decompose at very high temperatures, releasing oxygen gas (O<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">). The decomposition reaction is:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O \u2192 4Na + O<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Reactivity with Carbon Dioxide:<\/strong> Sodium oxide reacts with carbon dioxide (CO<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) to form sodium carbonate (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CO<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">). This reaction is often utilized in industrial processes for the removal of carbon dioxide from gases.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O + CO<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2192 Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CO<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Interaction with Oxidizing Agents:<\/strong> Sodium oxide can act as a reducing agent when in the presence of strong oxidizing agents. It can donate electrons to oxidizing agents, reducing them in the process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Solved Examples on Sodium oxide Formula:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Example 1: Calculation of Molar Mass <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Calculate the molar mass of sodium oxide (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The molar mass of sodium is 22.99 g\/mol, and the molar mass of oxygen is 16.00 g\/mol.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To calculate the molar mass of sodium oxide (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O), we add the molar masses of two sodium atoms and one oxygen atom.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Molar Mass = (Number of sodium atoms \u00d7 Molar mass of sodium) + (Number of oxygen atoms \u00d7 Molar mass of oxygen) <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Molar Mass = (2 \u00d7 22.99 g\/mol) + (1 \u00d7 16.00 g\/mol) <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Molar Mass = 45.98 g\/mol + 16.00 g\/mol <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Molar Mass = 61.98 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Therefore, the molar mass of sodium oxide (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O) is 61.98 g\/mol.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Example 2: Stoichiometry in a Reaction <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sodium oxide (Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O) reacts with water (H<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O) to form sodium hydroxide (NaOH). If you mix 10 grams of sodium oxide with excess water, what is the theoretical yield of sodium hydroxide?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The balanced chemical equation for the reaction is:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O + H<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O \u2192 2NaOH<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">According to the stoichiometry of the balanced equation, 1 mole of sodium oxide reacts with 1 mole of water to produce 2 moles of sodium hydroxide.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First, we calculate the number of moles of sodium oxide using its molar mass:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moles of Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O = (Mass of Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O \u00f7 Molar mass of Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O) <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">                           = (10 g \u00f7 61.98 g\/mol) = 0.161 moles<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Since the ratio of moles of sodium oxide to moles of sodium hydroxide is 1:2, the number of moles of sodium hydroxide produced is:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moles of NaOH = (2 \u00d7 Moles of Na<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O) = (2 \u00d7 0.161 moles) <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">                            = 0.322 moles<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, we convert the moles of sodium hydroxide to grams using its molar mass:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mass of NaOH = (Moles of NaOH \u00d7 Molar mass of NaOH) = (0.322 moles \u00d7 40.00 g\/mol) <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">                           = 12.88 grams<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Therefore, the theoretical yield of sodium hydroxide in the reaction is 12.88 grams.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also read: <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a class=\"row-title\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/sulfur-dioxide-formula\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"\u201cSulfur dioxide Formula \u201d (Edit)\">Sulfur Dioxide Formula<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_Questions_FAQs_on_Sodium_Oxide_Formula\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Frequently asked Questions (FAQs) on Sodium Oxide Formula<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_sodium_oxide_corrosive\"><\/span>Is sodium oxide corrosive? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSodium oxide is not corrosive on its own. However, when it reacts with water, it forms sodium hydroxide, which is a strong alkaline and caustic substance. Sodium hydroxide can be corrosive and can cause skin and eye irritation. Proper precautions should be taken when handling sodium oxide or its aqueous solutions. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_role_of_sodium_oxide_in_glass_production\"><\/span>What is the role of sodium oxide in glass production?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSodium oxide is commonly used in the production of glass. It acts as a flux, reducing the melting temperature of silica (silicon dioxide) and other components in the glass mixture. This helps to facilitate the melting and shaping of glass during the manufacturing process.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_safety_precautions_should_be_taken_when_handling_sodium_oxide\"><\/span>What safety precautions should be taken when handling sodium oxide?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWhen handling sodium oxide, it is important to wear appropriate protective equipment, such as gloves and safety goggles, to avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Proper ventilation should be ensured to avoid inhalation of dust or fumes. In case of skin or eye contact, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention if necessary.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_should_sodium_oxide_be_stored\"><\/span>How should sodium oxide be stored?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSodium oxide should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and incompatible substances. It should be kept in a tightly sealed container to prevent absorption of moisture from the air. Additionally, it should be stored away from sources of heat, flames, and oxidizing agents.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Is sodium oxide corrosive? \",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Sodium oxide is not corrosive on its own. However, when it reacts with water, it forms sodium hydroxide, which is a strong alkaline and caustic substance. Sodium hydroxide can be corrosive and can cause skin and eye irritation. 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