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SO3 does not absorb in water to form sulfuric acid due to its highly exothermic nature and the formation of mist, which complicates direct absorption. The reaction does occur but does not proceed to completion, leading to the presence of acid particles in the air rather than a liquid product. The discussion highlights that while the reaction is fast, the mist formation indicates that it is dangerous and reactive with water. The conclusion leans towards options C (highly exothermic) and D (insoluble) as key reasons for the lack of direct absorption. Overall, the complexities of the reaction and its safety implications are emphasized.
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Homework Statement


SO3 is not absorbed in water directly to form sulfuric acid because
A. Reaction doesn't go to completion
B. Reaction is slow.
C. Highly exothermic.
D. Insoluble

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MY understanding: Because it results in the formation of mist or acid particles in air which does not condense easily.
From this I conclude that the answer is either C or D because the reaction does occur even though we don't get the product in the desired state and formation of mist doesn't seem slow to me...
Can anyone please clarify?
 
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Direct absorbtion is kind of dangerous... it being so reactive with water and all.
 
So formation of that mist which manifests that the reaction is highly reactive means that reaction is exothermic?
 
Ooohhyeahhhh.
 

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