Combustion of Methane
CH4 + 2O2 → CO2 + 2H2O
概要
Methane burns in oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. This is the primary reaction in natural gas combustion, releasing significant thermal energy. Natural gas is approximately 95% methane and is the cleanest-burning fossil fuel, producing the least CO2 per unit of energy.
参加者
| 役割 | 物質 | 係数 | 状態 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 反応物 | Methane CH₄ | 1 | (g) |
| 反応物 | Oxygen O | 2 | (g) |
| 生成物 | Carbon Dioxide CO₂ | 1 | (g) |
| 生成物 | Water H₂O | 2 | (l) |
日常の例
Natural gas stoves and furnaces burn methane for heating and cooking in millions of homes worldwide.
産業上の重要性
天然ガス燃焼は世界のエネルギーの約24%を提供しています。ガスタービン発電所はこの反応を使用して、石炭よりも高い効率で電力を生成しています。
特性
- タイプ
- Combustion
- 可逆的
- いいえ
- エネルギー
- 発熱性
- ΔH
- -890.4 kJ/mol
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the equation for Combustion of Methane?
The balanced equation is: CH₄ + 2O₂ → CO₂ + 2H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Methane?
Combustion of Methane is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Methane exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Methane is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -890.4 kJ/mol.