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There is no oxygen in a hydrocarbon, but the atomic weight is 16

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When hydrocarbons burn in plenty of oxygen the atoms rearrange themselves onto carbon dioxide and?

The compounds resulting from the total burning of hydrocarbons are carbon dioxide and water.


Is zeaxanthin the same as violaxanthin?

In a way no because, xanthophylls contain oxygen atoms, while carotenes are purely hydrocarbons with no oxygen. Xanthophylls contain their oxygen either as hydroxyl groups and/or as pairs of hydrogen atoms that are substituted by oxygen atoms acting as a bridge


Does gasoline produce smaller hydrocarbons?

Gasoline is composed of a mixture of hydrocarbons having 6 to 9 carbon atoms, some linear some cyclic. The laboratory standard "gasoline" used for quality comparison is 100% pure linear octane (i.e. 8 carbon atoms). When burned in an engine with a shortage of oxygen, it does produce smaller hydrocarbons called "unburned hydrocarbons" that contribute to smog.


The type of compound that contains much more carbon and hydrogen than oxygen?

The type of compound that contains much more carbon and hydrogen than oxygen is a hydrocarbon. Hydrocarbons are organic compounds made up of only carbon and hydrogen atoms. Examples include methane, ethane, and propane.


How are substituted hydrocarbons and hydrocarbons different?

Well, darling, substituted hydrocarbons are like regular hydrocarbons' flashy cousins. They both contain carbon and hydrogen, but the substituted ones have some hydrogen atoms replaced by other elements or groups. So, it's like comparing a basic black dress to one with sequins and feathers - same idea, just a bit more pizzazz.

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How do hydrocarbons ignite?

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


What do hydrocarbons always form when they react with oxygen?

Fantastic


What are hydrocarbons with oxygen used for?

to make carbon dioxide and water


Is liquid oxygen gasoline?

No. Gasoline is a mixture of hydrocarbons. Liquid oxygen is oxygen that has been cooled to extremely low temperatures.


Is oxygen found in organic compounds?

Often but not always - e.g. all hydrocarbons DO NOT contain oxygen but sugars do


What elements are found in gasoline?

Gasoline and fossil fuels are hydrocarbons. Hydrocarbons are composed of the hydrogen (H), oxygen (O) and carbon (C). MTBE and ethanol components to gasoline are also hydrocarbons.


How does the burning of hydrocarbons release energy?

When hydrocarbons are burned, the chemical bonds in the molecules are broken, releasing energy in the form of heat and light. This process involves combining the hydrocarbons with oxygen to form carbon dioxide, water, and other byproducts, which leads to the release of energy that was stored in the bonds of the hydrocarbons.


DO hydrocarbons contain oxygen?

No, ONLY Hydrogen and Carbon. Remember it with Hydro-Hydrogen and Carbon means Carbon, of course.


Are hydrocarbons made of only carbon and oxygen atoms?

No. Hydrocarbons contain only Hydrogen and Carbon atoms. Think about it for a second, HYDRO-Carbon. HYDROGEN... Get it?


Word equation for a burning match?

Candle wax mainly contains hydrocarbons. (Hydrocarbons) + Oxygen ----> Carbon dioxide + Water (Hydrocarbons) + O2 ----> CO2 + H2O


What is produced when hydrocarbons react with oxygen?

When hydrocarbons react with oxygen, they undergo combustion to produce carbon dioxide (CO2) and water vapor (H2O) as the main products. This chemical reaction releases energy in the form of heat and light.


What do hydrocarbons form when they burn?

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