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  • Sulfur Trioxide and Water Reaction: Understanding Sulfuric Acid Formation
    When sulfur trioxide (SO₃) reacts with water (H₂O), it forms sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄).

    The reaction is as follows:

    SO₃ + H₂O → H₂SO₄

    This reaction is highly exothermic, meaning it releases a significant amount of heat. Sulfuric acid is a strong acid, meaning it readily donates protons (H⁺ ions) in solution. It's a highly corrosive and important industrial chemical with various applications.

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