Combustion of Propane

C3H8 + 5O2 → 3CO2 + 4H2O

Visão geral

Propane combusts in oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. Propane is a widely used fuel gas stored as a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Its complete combustion produces a hot, clean blue flame with very low soot production.

Participantes

Papel Substância Coeficiente Estado
Reagente Propane C₃H₈ 1 (g)
Reagente Oxygen O 5 (g)
Produto Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 3 (g)
Produto Water H₂O 4 (l)

Exemplo do cotidiano

Propane fuels outdoor grills, portable camping stoves, and patio heaters. Many rural homes use propane for heating and cooking.

Importância industrial

O GPL (principalmente propano e butano) é um combustível global importante utilizado no aquecimento, cozinha, transportes e processos industriais. Produz menos emissões do que o carvão ou o petróleo.

Propriedades

Tipo
Combustion
Reversível
Não
Energia
Exotérmico
ΔH
-2220,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Propane?
The balanced equation is: C₃H₈ + 5O₂ → 3CO₂ + 4H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Propane?
Combustion of Propane is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Propane exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Propane is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -2220.0 kJ/mol.