Combustion Reaction Overview

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How many molecules of carbon dioxide are produced if there are 5 carbon atoms in the hydrocarbon?

  • Five molecules (correct)
  • Four molecules
  • Two molecules
  • Three molecules

Why is it necessary to balance the chemical reaction element-wise during combustion?

  • To increase the energy absorbed
  • To speed up the reaction
  • To make sure all atoms are accounted for (correct)
  • To ensure the energy released is accurate

In the combustion of methane, what is the total energy absorbed for breaking bonds?

  • 712 kJ
  • 3358 kJ
  • 1490 kJ
  • 2642 kJ (correct)

Which type of bond formation releases the highest amount of energy during the combustion of methane?

<p>C=O bonds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the net energy value released during bond formation an approximation?

<p>As a result of using average bond energy values (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between complete combustion and incomplete combustion?

<p>Complete combustion takes place in excess of oxygen, while incomplete combustion takes place in a limited quantity of oxygen. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is bond energy also known as?

<p>Bond enthalpy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are fires sometimes extinguished by smothering them with a heavy cloth?

<p>To cut off the supply of oxygen to the fire (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the combustion reaction formula, what are typically the reactants?

<p>Hydrocarbons and oxygen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the energy released during combustion reactions?

<p>Formation of new bonds between carbon and oxygen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining feature of a combustion reaction?

<p>Release of water and carbon dioxide (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't combustion take place all the time at places like gas outlets and campsites?

<p>Need for activation energy to start the reaction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between complete and incomplete combustion reactions?

<p>Formation of carbon monoxide in incomplete combustion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are hydrocarbons used as fuels for vehicles and cooking?

<p>Because they contain carbon and hydrogen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to break the bonds present in hydrocarbons and oxygen to start a combustion reaction?

<p>Activation energy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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