Question

Why sooty flames are obtained when ethane undergoes combustion?

Answer 1

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Saturated hydrocarbons contain less carbon content, so there is a complete combustion of these compounds and hence, these compounds burn with a blue flame. In case of unsaturated hydrocarbons, due to their high carbon content and low hydrogen content, there is incomplete combustion.

Answer 2

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Answer ♡

• Saturated hydrocarbons contain less carbon content, so there is a complete combustion of these compounds and hence, these compounds burn with a blue flame. In case of unsaturated hydrocarbons, due to their high carbon content and low hydrogen content, there is incomplete combustion.

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