Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)

2C₈H₁₈ + 25O₂ → 16CO₂ + 18H₂O

Visão geral

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.

Participantes

Papel	Substância	Coeficiente	Estado
Reagente	Octane C₈H₁₈	2	(l)
Reagente	Oxygen O	25	(g)
Produto	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	16	(g)
Produto	Water H₂O	18	(l)

Exemplo do cotidiano

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

Importância industrial

O consumo global de gasolina ultrapassa 100 milhões de barris por dia. Esta reação de combustão é a principal fonte de energia para o transporte terrestre a nível mundial.

Propriedades

Tipo: Combustion
Reversível: Não
Energia: Exotérmico
ΔH: -10942,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)?

The balanced equation is: 2C₈H₁₈ + 25O₂ → 16CO₂ + 18H₂O.

What type of reaction is Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)?

Combustion of Octane (Gasoline) is a combustion reaction.

Is Combustion of Octane (Gasoline) exothermic or endothermic?

Combustion of Octane (Gasoline) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -10942.0 kJ/mol.