Why so3 is not directly dissolve in water

Dear Student

Reasons.
1. It is highly exothermic reaction. 

The reaction between sulfur trioxide and water is very highly exothermic. 
SO3 (g) + H2O (l) → H2SO4 (l) 

2. SO3 does not form homogenous mixture with water.
3. A dense fog of sulphuric acid particles is formed and it can cause 'Phossy jaw' disease.

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