Combustion of Sucrose

C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ + 12O₂ → 12CO₂ + 11H₂O

Visão geral

Sucrose (table sugar) burns in oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. When ignited directly, sugar burns slowly. However, when mixed with potassium chlorate or concentrated sulfuric acid, it reacts much more vigorously. The energy content of sugar is about 4 kcal/gram.

Participantes

Papel	Substância	Coeficiente	Estado
Reagente	Sucrose C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁	1	(s)
Reagente	Oxygen O	12	(g)
Produto	Water H₂O	11	(l)
Produto	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	12	(g)

Exemplo do cotidiano

The energy value listed on food labels (calories) is determined by measuring the heat of combustion of the food in a bomb calorimeter.

Importância industrial

A calorimetria em bomba de produtos alimentares mede a sua energia de combustão. Os dados de energia de combustão do açúcar são fundamentais para a ciência dos alimentos e a nutrição.

Propriedades

Tipo: Combustion
Reversível: Não
Energia: Exotérmico
ΔH: -5644,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Sucrose?

The balanced equation is: C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ + 12O₂ → 12CO₂ + 11H₂O.

What type of reaction is Combustion of Sucrose?

Combustion of Sucrose is a combustion reaction.

Is Combustion of Sucrose exothermic or endothermic?

Combustion of Sucrose is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -5644.0 kJ/mol.