Combustion of Benzene

2C₆H₆ + 15O₂ → 12CO₂ + 6H₂O

Descripción general

Benzene burns with a very smoky, sooty flame due to its high carbon-to-hydrogen ratio. The aromatic ring structure makes benzene resistant to complete combustion under normal conditions, producing significant amounts of carbon soot. Benzene is a known carcinogen.

Participantes

Rol	Sustancia	Coeficiente	Estado
Reactivo	Benzene C₆H₆	2	(l)
Reactivo	Oxygen O	15	(g)
Producto	Water H₂O	6	(l)
Producto	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	12	(g)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Benzene is present in small amounts in gasoline and was historically used as a solvent before its cancer-causing properties were recognized.

Importancia industrial

El benceno es la materia prima aromática más importante, utilizada para producir estireno, fenol, ciclohexano (para nailon) y numerosos otros productos químicos. Más de 50 millones de toneladas producidas anualmente.

Propiedades

Tipo: Combustion
Reversible: No
Energía: Exotérmico
ΔH: -6535,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Benzene?

The balanced equation is: 2C₆H₆ + 15O₂ → 12CO₂ + 6H₂O.

What type of reaction is Combustion of Benzene?

Combustion of Benzene is a combustion reaction.

Is Combustion of Benzene exothermic or endothermic?

Combustion of Benzene is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -6535.0 kJ/mol.