Combustion of Methane

CH4 + 2O2 → CO2 + 2H2O

개요

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.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
반응물 Methane CH₄ 1 (g)
반응물 Oxygen O 2 (g)
생성물 Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 1 (g)
생성물 Water H₂O 2 (l)

일상 속 예시

Natural gas stoves and furnaces burn methane for heating and cooking in millions of homes worldwide.

산업적 중요성

천연가스 연소는 전 세계 에너지의 약 24%를 공급합니다. 가스 터빈 발전소는 이 반응을 사용하여 석탄보다 높은 효율로 전기를 생산합니다.

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.