Combustion of Benzene

2C6H6 + 15O2 → 12CO2 + 6H2O

개요

Benzene burns with a very smoky, sooty flame due to its high carbon-to-hydrogen ratio. The aromatic ring structure makes benzene resistant to complete combustion under normal conditions, producing significant amounts of carbon soot. Benzene is a known carcinogen.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
반응물 Benzene C₆H₆ 2 (l)
반응물 Oxygen O 15 (g)
생성물 Water H₂O 6 (l)
생성물 Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 12 (g)

일상 속 예시

Benzene is present in small amounts in gasoline and was historically used as a solvent before its cancer-causing properties were recognized.

산업적 중요성

벤젠은 가장 중요한 방향족 화학 원료로, 스타이렌, 페놀, 사이클로헥산(나일론용), 그리고 수많은 다른 화학물질을 생산하는 데 사용됩니다. 연간 5천만 톤 이상이 생산됩니다.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Benzene?
The balanced equation is: 2C₆H₆ + 15O₂ → 12CO₂ + 6H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Benzene?
Combustion of Benzene is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Benzene exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Benzene is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -6535.0 kJ/mol.