Question

name the products formed when ethane burning in air. write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction showing the types of energies liberated

Answer 1

Ethane is a colorless, odorless hydrocarbon obtained as a petrochemical by-product during the refining of petroleum.

Ethane gas is combustible in air and has a variety of by products.

Ethane burns in air with the presence of oxygen,

Carbon doixide, water and carbon monoxide are formed.

C2H6 + 3O2 --> CO2 + CO + 3H2O+Heat energy

When the air supply is limited,

Carbon monoxide and water are formed.

2C2H6+ 5O2 ---> 4CO+ 6H2O

Answer 2

Ethane gas, C2H6, burns in air to form carbon dioxide and water:

2 C2H6 + 7 O2 ---------> 4 CO2 + 6 H2O