Formation of Carbon Monoxide

2C + O2 → 2CO

Descripción general

When carbon burns in a limited supply of oxygen, carbon monoxide is produced instead of carbon dioxide. This incomplete combustion reaction is dangerous because carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and highly toxic gas that binds to hemoglobin more strongly than oxygen.

Participantes

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

Ejemplo cotidiano

Carbon monoxide poisoning from poorly ventilated gas heaters, fireplaces, or running car engines in closed garages results from this reaction.

Importancia industrial

El monóxido de carbono es un gas industrial importante utilizado en el proceso Fischer-Tropsch para la producción de combustibles sintéticos y en la síntesis del metanol.

Propiedades

Tipo
Synthesis
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-221,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Carbon Monoxide?
The balanced equation is: 2C + O₂ → 2CO.
What type of reaction is Formation of Carbon Monoxide?
Formation of Carbon Monoxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Carbon Monoxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Carbon Monoxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -221.0 kJ/mol.