What is 6c10h15o7 heatc50h10o 10ch2o?

Answer 1

A chemical formula for a process that takes place while burning wood. More specifically:

6C10H15O7(wood) + heat = C50H10O(char) + 10CH2O(formaldehyde)

This is the charring that happens when wood is exposed to heat. Additional gasses are created, including hydrogen and carbon monoxide. These are collectively known as wood gas. Further:

H2(hydrogen) + CH20(formaldehyde) + O2(oxygen) = CO2(carbon dioxide) + H2O(water) + CO(carbon monoxide) + C(carbon)

This is the actual ignition of the wood gas. It is also what causes the actual flames you see when you burn wood. Finally, it creates the heat that keeps the first process going.

Answer 2

why doesn't the reaction equilibrate?