Combustion of Xylene

C₈H₁₀ + 10.5O₂ → 8CO₂ + 5H₂O

Обзор

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.

Участники

Роль	Вещество	Коэффициент	Состояние
Реагент	Xylene C₈H₁₀	1	(l)
Реагент	Oxygen O	10	(g)
Продукт	Water H₂O	5	(l)
Продукт	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	8	(g)

Пример из жизни

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

Промышленное значение

Para-xylene is oxidized to terephthalic acid, the precursor for PET plastic (water bottles and polyester fabric). Over 60 million tonnes of xylene are produced annually.

Свойства

Тип: Combustion
Обратимая: Нет
Энергия: Экзотермическая
ΔH: -4553,0 kJ/mol

Связанные реакции

Combustion of Carbon Monoxide Combustion of Ethane Combustion of Ethylene Combustion of Glycerol Combustion of Methanol Combustion of Propane Combustion of Ethanol Combustion of Phenol Combustion of Naphthalene Combustion of Benzene

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.