Combustion of Phenol

2C6H5OH + 14O2 → 12CO2 + 6H2O

Descripción general

Phenol burns in air with a very sooty flame due to its aromatic ring structure and high carbon content. Complete combustion requires excess oxygen. Phenol is corrosive to skin and tissues, and its combustion products in fires can include toxic phenolic compounds.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Phenol C₆H₅OH 2 (s)
Reactivo Oxygen O 14 (g)
Producto Water H₂O 6 (l)
Producto Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 12 (g)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Phenol was the first antiseptic used in surgery by Joseph Lister in 1867, revolutionizing surgical practice and saving countless lives.

Importancia industrial

Más de 12 millones de toneladas de fenol se producen anualmente para fabricar bisfenol A (policarbonato y resinas epoxi), resinas fenólicas y caprolactama (nailon 6).

Propiedades

Tipo
Combustion
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-6108,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Phenol?
The balanced equation is: 2C₆H₅OH + 14O₂ → 12CO₂ + 6H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Phenol?
Combustion of Phenol is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Phenol exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Phenol is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -6108.0 kJ/mol.