Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The balanced
Concept introduction:
The combustion of a substance is simply burning in presence of oxygen. In case of hydrocarbons the complete combustion products are carbon dioxide and water. Combustion is studied at STP.
The general combustion equation for hydrocarbons is
However, in case of incomplete combustion, we also get carbon monoxide as one of combustion products.
(b)
Interpretation:
The balanced chemical reaction for the incomplete combustion of butane should be identified.
Concept introduction:
The combustion of a substance is simply burning in presence of oxygen. In case of hydrocarbons the complete combustion products are carbon dioxide and water. Combustion is studied at STP.
The general combustion equation for hydrocarbons is
However, in case of incomplete combustion, we also get carbon monoxide as one of combustion products.
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