Combustion of Octane (Gasoline)

概述

Octane, a major component of gasoline, burns in oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. This reaction powers internal combustion engines in cars and is one of the most economically important chemical reactions. Isooctane (2,2,4-trimethylpentane) defines the 100 octane rating standard.

参与者

日常示例

Every car with a gasoline engine runs on this combustion reaction, consuming about 1 gallon every 25-35 miles of driving.

工业重要性

全球汽油消费量超过每天1亿桶。该燃烧反应是全球地面运输的主要能源。