Combustion of Carbon Monoxide

2CO + O₂ → 2CO₂

Descripción general

Carbon monoxide burns in air with a characteristic blue flame to produce carbon dioxide. This reaction completes the oxidation of carbon that was left incomplete in the initial CO formation. CO combustion is important in blast furnaces and catalytic converters.

Participantes

Rol	Sustancia	Coeficiente	Estado
Reactivo	Oxygen O	1	(g)
Reactivo	Carbon Monoxide CO	2	(g)
Producto	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	2	(g)

Ejemplo cotidiano

The blue flame often seen at the top of a charcoal grill is carbon monoxide burning to carbon dioxide.

Importancia industrial

La combustión del CO en los catalizadores catalíticos elimina el monóxido de carbono tóxico de los gases de escape de los automóviles. En los altos hornos, la combustión del CO en la parte superior de la cuba proporciona calor adicional.

Propiedades

Tipo: Combustion
Reversible: No
Energía: Exotérmico
ΔH: -566,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Carbon Monoxide?

The balanced equation is: 2CO + O₂ → 2CO₂.

What type of reaction is Combustion of Carbon Monoxide?

Combustion of Carbon Monoxide is a combustion reaction.

Is Combustion of Carbon Monoxide exothermic or endothermic?

Combustion of Carbon Monoxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -566.0 kJ/mol.