Combustion of Ethylene

C2H4 + 3O2 → 2CO2 + 2H2O

概要

Ethylene burns in air with a luminous flame to form carbon dioxide and water. While ethylene can be burned as fuel, it is far more valuable as a chemical feedstock. It is the world's most-produced organic chemical, primarily used for polyethylene plastic.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Ethylene C₂H₄ 1 (g)
反応物 Oxygen O 3 (g)
生成物 Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 2 (g)
生成物 Water H₂O 2 (l)

日常の例

Ethylene is produced naturally by ripening fruit, which is why placing a banana in a paper bag with unripe fruit hastens ripening.

産業上の重要性

年間2億トン以上のエチレンが生産されており、最大生産量の有機化学品となっています。世界で最も一般的なプラスチックであるポリエチレンのモノマーです。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Ethylene?
The balanced equation is: C₂H₄ + 3O₂ → 2CO₂ + 2H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Ethylene?
Combustion of Ethylene is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Ethylene exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Ethylene is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1411.0 kJ/mol.