Combustion of Isopropanol

2C₃H₇OH + 9O₂ → 6CO₂ + 8H₂O

Tổng quan

Isopropanol (rubbing alcohol) burns in air with a yellow flame to produce carbon dioxide and water. Isopropanol is very flammable with a low flash point of 12 C. Its vapors can form explosive mixtures with air at room temperature.

Người tham gia

Vai trò	Chất	Hệ số	Trạng thái
Chất phản ứng	Isopropanol C₃H₈O	2	(l)
Chất phản ứng	Oxygen O	9	(g)
Sản phẩm	Carbon Dioxide CO₂	6	(g)
Sản phẩm	Water H₂O	8	(l)

Ví dụ thực tế

Rubbing alcohol (70% isopropanol) is the active ingredient in most hand sanitizers and first aid antiseptic products.

Tầm quan trọng công nghiệp

Isopropanol is widely used as an industrial solvent, cleaning agent, and disinfectant. Over 2 million tonnes are produced annually for pharmaceutical and electronics cleaning.

Tính chất

Loại: Combustion
Thuận nghịch: Không
Năng lượng: Tỏa nhiệt
ΔH: -4008,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Isopropanol?

The balanced equation is: 2C₃H₇OH + 9O₂ → 6CO₂ + 8H₂O.

What type of reaction is Combustion of Isopropanol?

Combustion of Isopropanol is a combustion reaction.

Is Combustion of Isopropanol exothermic or endothermic?

Combustion of Isopropanol is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -4008.0 kJ/mol.