energy from fuels Flashcards
1
Q
what is a fuel?
A
a substance which burns in oxygen to produce energy
2
Q
what is combustion an example of?
A
an exothermic reaction
3
Q
what hydrocarbons can be used as fuels?
A
alkanes and alcohols
4
Q
what is complete combustion?
A
fuel burned in a plentiful supply of oxygen
5
Q
what is incomplete combustion?
A
occurs when there is insufficient oxygen
6
Q
which gas is needed for combustion to occur?
A
oxygen
7
Q
what is a more accurate way of obtaining the energy released?
A
bomb calorimeter
