Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)

2C₈H₁₈ + 25O₂ → 16CO₂ + 18H₂O

Übersicht

Octane, a major component of gasoline, burns in oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. This reaction powers internal combustion engines in cars and is one of the most economically important chemical reactions. Isooctane (2,2,4-trimethylpentane) defines the 100 octane rating standard.

Teilnehmer

Rolle	Substanz	Koeffizient	Zustand
Reaktant	Octane C₈H₁₈	2	(l)
Reaktant	Oxygen O	25	(g)
Produkt	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	16	(g)
Produkt	Water H₂O	18	(l)

Alltägliches Beispiel

Every car with a gasoline engine runs on this combustion reaction, consuming about 1 gallon every 25-35 miles of driving.

Industrielle Bedeutung

Global gasoline consumption exceeds 100 million barrels per day. This combustion reaction is the primary energy source for ground transportation worldwide.

Eigenschaften

Typ: Combustion
Reversibel: Nein
Energie: Exotherm
ΔH: -10942,0 kJ/mol

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)?

The balanced equation is: 2C₈H₁₈ + 25O₂ → 16CO₂ + 18H₂O.

What type of reaction is Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)?

Combustion of Octane (Gasoline) is a combustion reaction.

Is Combustion of Octane (Gasoline) exothermic or endothermic?

Combustion of Octane (Gasoline) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -10942.0 kJ/mol.