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Combustion of hydrocarbons release carbon dioxide and water.
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Where does this energy come from once the hydrocarbons release a lot of energy when ignited?
This is the heat of combustion.
Why do chemical reactions with hydrocarbons release a large amount of energy?
It is not obligatory; you think probable to combustion.
Can combustion processes cause ozone issues?
Combustion, yes can cause ozone issues. This is due to unburnt hydrocarbons.
What two products are a result of incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons?
Soot (carbon) and carbon monoxide - as opposed to full combustion which results in water and carbon dioxide
What can be done to reduce the release of hydrocarbons?
== == I'm assuming you're referring to the release of hydrocarbons from a combustion reaction (ie, a car engine). In order to prevent the release of hydrocarbons from a reaction like this and maximize efficiency, you should first understand the chemical equation of this reaction. Balanced Equation for the Combustion of Octane (hydrocarbon in gasoline): 1 Octane + 11 Oxygens --(reacts to form)--> 6 Waters + 8 Carbon Dioxides C8H12 + 11O2 ----> 6H2O + 8CO2 (Note, Oxygen is diatomic in its standard state, O2) So, in order to completely burn one molecule of Octane, we need 11 O2 molecules. In other words, the correct mix for the complete combustion of Octane is 11:1. Applying this to our cars, in order to reduce the release of hydrocarbons, the best thing we can do is ensure that our fuel to air mixtures are correct. If the emissions report on your car says you're releasing too many hydrocarbons, get the computer tuned or get a new fuel injector (or clean the carburetor) to make sure the mixture is correct. Stop burning fossil fuel and/or use catalytic converters to convert them into water.
Where does this energy come from once the hydrocarbons release a lot of energy when ignited?
This is the heat of combustion.
Why do chemical reactions with hydrocarbons release a large amount of energy?
It is not obligatory; you think probable to combustion.
Is hydrocarbons involved in green house effect?
no. hydrocarbons make up crude oil and in combustion they are burnt to make CO2
Can combustion processes cause ozone issues?
Combustion, yes can cause ozone issues. This is due to unburnt hydrocarbons.
How can saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons be differentiated on the basis of combustion?
Saturated hydrocarbons sometimes burn with smoky flame upon combustion while unsaturated hydrocarbons always burn with non-smoky or blue flame. This is on account of the reason that for the same number of carbon atoms in their molecular formula, saturated hydrocarbons have more number of hydrogen atoms as compared to unsaturated hydrocarbons.
Hydrocarbons may be emitted as a result of burning fuels because of?
imcomplete combustion
What two products are a result of incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons?
Soot (carbon) and carbon monoxide - as opposed to full combustion which results in water and carbon dioxide
What is a result of combustion?
Combustion of metals forms metal oxides. Combustion of hydrocarbons, like methane, forms carbon dioxide and water.
What is made when hydrocarbons are burnt?
Burning of hydrocarbons release water and carbon dioxide.
Can carbon dioxide be man made?
yes. by the combustion of carbon containing hydrocarbons or fuels or wood etc
Is carbon monoxide made from a complete combustion?
Carbon monoxide is not the result of a complete combustion.Carbon monoxide is made when hydrocarbons are burnt in low amount of oxygen. That means when partial combustion is happened. Carbon monoxide is harmful to the animals.
What can be done to reduce the release of hydrocarbons?
== == I'm assuming you're referring to the release of hydrocarbons from a combustion reaction (ie, a car engine). In order to prevent the release of hydrocarbons from a reaction like this and maximize efficiency, you should first understand the chemical equation of this reaction. Balanced Equation for the Combustion of Octane (hydrocarbon in gasoline): 1 Octane + 11 Oxygens --(reacts to form)--> 6 Waters + 8 Carbon Dioxides C8H12 + 11O2 ----> 6H2O + 8CO2 (Note, Oxygen is diatomic in its standard state, O2) So, in order to completely burn one molecule of Octane, we need 11 O2 molecules. In other words, the correct mix for the complete combustion of Octane is 11:1. Applying this to our cars, in order to reduce the release of hydrocarbons, the best thing we can do is ensure that our fuel to air mixtures are correct. If the emissions report on your car says you're releasing too many hydrocarbons, get the computer tuned or get a new fuel injector (or clean the carburetor) to make sure the mixture is correct. Stop burning fossil fuel and/or use catalytic converters to convert them into water.
