Combustion of Carbon Monoxide

2CO + O2 → 2CO2

Aperçu

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.

Participants

Rôle Substance Coefficient État
Réactif Oxygen O 1 (g)
Réactif Carbon Monoxide CO 2 (g)
Produit Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 2 (g)

Exemple du quotidien

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

Importance industrielle

CO combustion in catalytic converters removes toxic carbon monoxide from car exhaust. In blast furnaces, CO burning in the upper shaft provides additional heat.

Propriétés

Type
Combustion
Réversible
Non
Énergie
Exothermique
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.