Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)

2C₈H₁₈ + 25O₂ → 16CO₂ + 18H₂O

Descripción general

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.

Participantes

Rol	Sustancia	Coeficiente	Estado
Reactivo	Octane C₈H₁₈	2	(l)
Reactivo	Oxygen O	25	(g)
Producto	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	16	(g)
Producto	Water H₂O	18	(l)

Ejemplo cotidiano

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

Importancia industrial

El consumo global de gasolina supera los 100 millones de barriles al día. Esta reacción de combustión es la principal fuente de energía para el transporte terrestre en todo el mundo.

Propiedades

Tipo: Combustion
Reversible: No
Energía: Exotérmico
ΔH: -10942,0 kJ/mol

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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.