Question

Explain an oxidation reaction in hydrocarbons with an example​

Answer 1

Answer:

Oxidation of Hydrocarbon

All hydrocarbons react in air to form carbon monoxide and then carbon dioxide through a series of reactions. ... With alkanes, the hydroxyl radical abstracts a hydrogen atom and forms a carbon-centered radical. Because an O-H bond is stronger than a C-H, this step is exothermic.