Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)

概要

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.

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日常の例

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

産業上の重要性

世界のガソリン消費量は1日あたり1億バレルを超えています。この燃焼反応は世界の陸上輸送の主要なエネルギー源です。