Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)

2C8H18 + 25O2 → 16CO2 + 18H2O

Ikhtisar

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.

Peserta

Peran Zat Koefisien Keadaan
Reaktan Octane C₈H₁₈ 2 (l)
Reaktan Oxygen O 25 (g)
Produk Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 16 (g)
Produk Water H₂O 18 (l)

Contoh Sehari-hari

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

Pentingnya dalam Industri

Global gasoline consumption exceeds 100 million barrels per day. This combustion reaction is the primary energy source for ground transportation worldwide.

Sifat

Jenis
Combustion
Dapat Dibalik
Tidak
Energi
Eksoterm
ΔH
-10942,0 kJ/mol

Reaksi Terkait

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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.