Question

Write and balance the equation for the complete combustion of acetylene, C2H2. You do not need to include any phase symbols or energy changes.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

\[2H_{2}C_{2} (g) + 5O_{2} --> 4CO_{2} + 2H_{2}O\]

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Complete combustion means that there is an excess of oxygen. Incomplete combustion means that there is a lack of oxygen and leads to carbon monoxide as a product

Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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