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It is a COMBUSTION reaction.

However, if you just mix the two gases they do not react. Activation energy is needed in the form of an external flame.

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13y ago

Hydrocarbons such as methane burning in oxygen is an example of oxidation and also combustion.

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9y ago

Yes it is a chemical change.Chemical states are changed

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6y ago

The chemical reaction is:
CH4 + 2 O2 = CO2 + 2 H2O

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Methane reacting with Oxygen? You crazy.

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Yep

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12y ago

No, its a physical change.

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Q: What type of chemical reaction is CH4 plus 2O2 equals CO2 plus 2H2O?
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