Combustion of Naphthalene

C10H8 + 12O2 → 10CO2 + 4H2O

概要

Naphthalene burns with a very smoky, luminous flame characteristic of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Its high carbon content results in significant soot production. Naphthalene is the simplest polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with two fused benzene rings.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Naphthalene C₁₀H₈ 1 (s)
反応物 Oxygen O 12 (g)
生成物 Water H₂O 4 (l)
生成物 Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 10 (g)

日常の例

Mothballs are made of naphthalene, which slowly sublimes to vapor. While they are not typically burned, the vapor is flammable.

産業上の重要性

ナフタレンは無水フタル酸(可塑剤およびポリエステル樹脂用)、防虫剤、そして化学中間体として生産するために使用されています。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Naphthalene?
The balanced equation is: C₁₀H₈ + 12O₂ → 10CO₂ + 4H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Naphthalene?
Combustion of Naphthalene is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Naphthalene exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Naphthalene is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -5157.0 kJ/mol.