Combustion of Isopropanol

2C3H7OH + 9O2 → 6CO2 + 8H2O

概要

Isopropanol (rubbing alcohol) burns in air with a yellow flame to produce carbon dioxide and water. Isopropanol is very flammable with a low flash point of 12 C. Its vapors can form explosive mixtures with air at room temperature.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Isopropanol C₃H₈O 2 (l)
反応物 Oxygen O 9 (g)
生成物 Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 6 (g)
生成物 Water H₂O 8 (l)

日常の例

Rubbing alcohol (70% isopropanol) is the active ingredient in most hand sanitizers and first aid antiseptic products.

産業上の重要性

イソプロパノールは工業用溶媒、洗浄剤、および消毒剤として広く使用されています。医薬品および電子機器の洗浄のために年間200万トン以上が生産されています。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Isopropanol?
The balanced equation is: 2C₃H₇OH + 9O₂ → 6CO₂ + 8H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Isopropanol?
Combustion of Isopropanol is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Isopropanol exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Isopropanol is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -4008.0 kJ/mol.