Combustion of Methanol

2CH3OH + 3O2 → 2CO2 + 4H2O

概述

Methanol burns in air with a nearly invisible pale blue flame, making methanol fires extremely dangerous because they are hard to see. This was a particular hazard in early Indianapolis 500 racing, where methanol-fueled cars sometimes caught fire without visible flames.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Methanol CH₃OH 2 (l)
反应物 Oxygen O 3 (g)
产物 Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 2 (g)
产物 Water H₂O 4 (l)

日常示例

Methanol is used as fuel in camping stoves, RC cars, and was the standard fuel for IndyCar racing until the switch to ethanol.

工业重要性

甲醇燃料电池正在为便携式电子产品和车辆开发。直接甲醇燃料电池(DMFC)可将甲醇直接转换为电力,无需燃烧。

属性

类型
Combustion
可逆
否
能量
放热
ΔH
-1452.0 kJ/mol

相关反应

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Combustion of Methanol?
The balanced equation is: 2CH₃OH + 3O₂ → 2CO₂ + 4H₂O.
What type of reaction is Combustion of Methanol?
Combustion of Methanol is a combustion reaction.
Is Combustion of Methanol exothermic or endothermic?
Combustion of Methanol is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1452.0 kJ/mol.