Chapter 8, Problem 40R

To determine

To choose: The correct option.

Answer to Problem 40R

Option (C)

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

The fossil fuels are made by the combination of the carbon and hydrogen. The main content of the fossil fuel is hydrocarbon, as this is the part that produces the energy.

The fossil fuels produce energy by the burning of hydrocarbons in the presence of the oxygen. The products after the burning of the hydrocarbons are carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, energy and water.

The hydrocarbon reacts with oxygen present in the surrounding air when fossil fuels are burned, so the option (C) is correct.

The carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and water are only the products of the combustion of the hydrocarbon, so the option (A), option (B) and option (D) are incorrect.

Conclusion:

Thus, the option correct option is (C).