Combustion of Naphthalene

C10H8 + 12O2 → 10CO2 + 4H2O

Genel Bakış

Naphthalene burns with a very smoky, luminous flame characteristic of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Its high carbon content results in significant soot production. Naphthalene is the simplest polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with two fused benzene rings.

Katılımcılar

Rol Madde Katsayı Hal
Reaktan Naphthalene C₁₀H₈ 1 (s)
Reaktan Oxygen O 12 (g)
Ürün Water H₂O 4 (l)
Ürün Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 10 (g)

Günlük Örnek

Mothballs are made of naphthalene, which slowly sublimes to vapor. While they are not typically burned, the vapor is flammable.

Endüstriyel Önemi

Naphthalene is used to produce phthalic anhydride (for plasticizers and polyester resins), as a moth repellent, and as a chemical intermediate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Naphthalene?
The balanced equation is: C₁₀H₈ + 12O₂ → 10CO₂ + 4H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Naphthalene?
Combustion of Naphthalene is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Naphthalene exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Naphthalene is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -5157.0 kJ/mol.