Combustion of Xylene

C₈H₁₀ + 10.5O₂ → 8CO₂ + 5H₂O

Visão geral

Xylene (dimethylbenzene) burns with a smoky yellow flame. Xylene exists as three isomers (ortho, meta, para), all with similar combustion properties. It is a major component of paint thinner and an important industrial solvent.

Participantes

Papel	Substância	Coeficiente	Estado
Reagente	Xylene C₈H₁₀	1	(l)
Reagente	Oxygen O	10	(g)
Produto	Water H₂O	5	(l)
Produto	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	8	(g)

Exemplo do cotidiano

Xylene is a common solvent in paint thinners and some cleaning products. It has a sweet smell but is harmful to inhale.

Importância industrial

O para-xileno é oxidado a ácido tereftálico, o precursor do plástico PET (garrafas de água e tecido de poliéster). São produzidas anualmente mais de 60 milhões de toneladas de xileno.

Propriedades

Tipo: Combustion
Reversível: Não
Energia: Exotérmico
ΔH: -4553,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Xylene?

The balanced equation is: C₈H₁₀ + 10.5O₂ → 8CO₂ + 5H₂O.

What type of reaction is Combustion of Xylene?

Combustion of Xylene is a combustion reaction.

Is Combustion of Xylene exothermic or endothermic?

Combustion of Xylene is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -4553.0 kJ/mol.