Learning objective
Write equations for complete combustion of alkanes.
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Alkanes
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Combustion and environmental effects
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Write equations for complete combustion of alkanes
- This point belongs to Alkanes, especially Combustion and environmental effects.
- You need to be able to write equations for complete combustion of alkanes.
- The key ideas to know are combustion.
- Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.
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This objective helps connect Combustion and environmental effects to exam-style questions, flashcards, and revision notes for Alkanes.
Quick student answer
What is the balanced equation for the complete combustion of propane (C₃H₈)?
Direct answer
C₃H₈ + 5O₂ → 3CO₂ + 4H₂O
Key terms
- Combustion: A chemical reaction that occurs when a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen, producing heat and light.
- Stoichiometry: The calculation of reactants and products in chemical reactions based on balanced equations.
Common trap
Incomplete combustion equations: Ensure that all equations are balanced and include all products of complete combustion, specifically CO₂ and H₂O.
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