Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)

2C₈H₁₈ + 25O₂ → 16CO₂ + 18H₂O

Обзор

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.

Участники

Роль	Вещество	Коэффициент	Состояние
Реагент	Octane C₈H₁₈	2	(l)
Реагент	Oxygen O	25	(g)
Продукт	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	16	(g)
Продукт	Water H₂O	18	(l)

Пример из жизни

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

Промышленное значение

Global gasoline consumption exceeds 100 million barrels per day. This combustion reaction is the primary energy source for ground transportation worldwide.

Свойства

Тип: Combustion
Обратимая: Нет
Энергия: Экзотермическая
ΔH: -10942,0 kJ/mol

Связанные реакции

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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.