Question

Example of thermal decomposition reaction used in metallurgy

Answer 1

Answer:

2Pb(NO3)2 ----> 2PbO + O2 +4NO2

Answer 2

The reaction is used to make quick lime, which is an industrially important product. Some oxides, especially of weakly electropositive metals decompose when heated to high enough temperature. A classical example is the decomposition of mercuric oxide to give oxygen and mercury metal.