Reactivity 1.3.1
Combustion Reactions
The rapid reaction of a substance with oxygen, releasing heat and light.
Complete Combustion
Occurs when oxygen is abundant.
Hydrocarbons:
Alcohols:
Always produces specific oxides (Carbon Dioxide and Water). Highly Exothermic.
Putting it into Practice
Balancing Combustion Equations
Paper 2 StyleWrite the balanced equation for the complete combustion of Propane ().
Step 1: Write Reactants and Products.
Step 2: Balance Carbon (C). 3 on Left Need 3 on Right.
Step 3: Balance Hydrogen (H). 8 on Left Need 4 on Right (since has 2 H).
Step 4: Balance Oxygen (O). Right Side: . Left Side needs 10.
Practice: Writing Equations
Write the balanced equation for the complete combustion of Ethanol ().