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The burning of hydrocarbons causes the formation of water vapor (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2). Often, other byproducts such as formaldehyde (HCOH) and carbon monoxide (CO) are formed due to non-stoechiometric conditions.

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What products are made when hydrocarbons burn and the problems they cause?

Burning of hydrorbons release carbon dioxide and water.


Are products made from petroleum called hydrocarbons?

No, products made from petroleum are generally referred to as petrochemicals, not hydrocarbons. Hydrocarbons are organic compounds made up of hydrogen and carbon atoms, which are typically found in petroleum and natural gas.


What are products made from petroleum called?

hydrocarbons.


Why is water coming out of your tail pipe?

When hydrocarbons such as gasoline burn, the products are carbon dioxide and water.


When hydrocarbons burn completely in an excess of oxygen the products are?

Carbon dioxide and water are the main products when hydrocarbons burn completely in an excess of oxygen. This process generally occurs in engines or other combustion systems where the fuel is completely oxidized to release energy.


What do hydrocarbons form when they burn?

When Hydrocarbons burn, they usually form Carbon Dioxide and Water.


Where do the products end up when Hydrocarbon burns?

When hydrocarbons burn, they react with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water vapor as the main products. Incomplete combustion can also produce carbon monoxide, particulate matter, and other pollutants, which are released into the atmosphere.


What are the chemical properties of hydrocarbons?

Hydrocarbons have only hydrogen and carbon atoms. They also burn well.


What are made when hydrocarbon burn?

Carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O) when hydrocarbons burn in oxygen, carbon dioxide and water are formed


How do hydrocarbons ignite?

Hydrocarbons react with oxygen; the products are water and carbon dioxide.


How is carbon monoxide formed when hydrocarbons burn?

with CO2


Where do products of burned hydrocarbons go?

These products are released in the atmosphere.