Combustion Of Hydrocarbons Flashcards
1
Q
Example of what runs on hydrocarbon fuels (x3)
A
Ships planes cars
2
Q
What do hydrocarbons releases when combusted
A
They RELEASE ENERGY
3
Q
What happens during combustion of hydrocarbons
A
The carbon and hydrogen in the fuel react with the OXYGEN. They are OXIDISED
4
Q
If the oxygen is unlimited what does the combustion of hydrocarbons produce
What is it called
A
CARBON DIOXIDE and WATER
COMPLETE COMBUSTION
5
Q
Balance this combustion equation
CH4 + O2 —>. CO2 + H2O
A
CH4 + 2O2 —–> CO2 + 2H2O
