1. Octane (C8H18) is a liquid that combusts with oxygen gas (O2) to form water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2). Write a balanced chemical equation for this reaction and explain the scientific principle (statement) that requires the balancing of an equation to make it conform to reality.

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1.	Octane (C8H18) is a liquid that combusts with oxygen gas (O2) to form water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2). Write a balanced chemical equation for this reaction and explain the scientific principle (statement) that requires the balancing of an equation to make it conform to reality.

wolfe8 · Answer

Welcome to OpenStudy. Can you write the equation? You are given the compounds you need.