Combustion of Glycerol

2C3H8O3 + 7O2 → 6CO2 + 8H2O

概述

Glycerol (glycerin) burns in oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. As a byproduct of biodiesel production, excess glycerol is sometimes burned for energy recovery. Glycerol can also be used as a feedstock for bio-based chemicals.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Glycerol C₃H₈O₃ 2 (l)
反应物 Oxygen O 7 (g)
产物 Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 6 (g)
产物 Water H₂O 8 (l)

日常示例

Glycerol is the sweet-tasting compound in moisturizers, soap, and food products. It is produced as a byproduct when making soap from fats.

工业重要性

生物柴油生产按重量产生约10%的甘油,导致甘油过剩。寻找这些甘油的用途是绿色化学研究的活跃领域。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Glycerol?
The balanced equation is: 2C₃H₈O₃ + 7O₂ → 6CO₂ + 8H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Glycerol?
Combustion of Glycerol is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Glycerol exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Glycerol is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -3432.0 kJ/mol.