Combustion of Butane

2C₄H₁₀ + 13O₂ → 8CO₂ + 10H₂O

Visão geral

Butane burns in oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. Butane is the primary fuel in disposable cigarette lighters and portable camping stoves. It has a higher energy density than propane but requires more oxygen for complete combustion.

Participantes

Papel	Substância	Coeficiente	Estado
Reagente	Butane C₄H₁₀	2	(g)
Reagente	Oxygen O	13	(g)
Produto	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	8	(g)
Produto	Water H₂O	10	(l)

Exemplo do cotidiano

Every time you flick a disposable lighter, you are initiating butane combustion. Butane also powers portable camping stoves.

Importância industrial

O butano é um componente do GPL, utilizado como combustível, refrigerante e matéria-prima química para a produção de butadieno e anidrido maleico.

Propriedades

Tipo: Combustion
Reversível: Não
Energia: Exotérmico
ΔH: -5754,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Butane?

The balanced equation is: 2C₄H₁₀ + 13O₂ → 8CO₂ + 10H₂O.

What type of reaction is Combustion of Butane?

Combustion of Butane is a combustion reaction.

Is Combustion of Butane exothermic or endothermic?

Combustion of Butane is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -5754.0 kJ/mol.