Equations for the Combustion of Alkanes. Vital equations. 1.0 / 5 based on 2 ratings ? ChemistryCalculationsASAll boards Created by: Kelly DaviesCreated on: 14-05-12 16:35 Complete combustion of Alkanes. Alkane + lots of oxygen --> Carbon dioxide + water. Example Propane: C5H8 (g) + 5O2 (g) --> 3CO2 (g) + 4H2O (g) 1 of 2 Incomplete combustion of Alkanes Alkane + lack of oxygen --> carbon monoxide and or carbon + water. Eg. Methane: CH4(g) + 1.5O2(g) --> CO(g) + 2H2O(g) or CH4(g) + O2 --> C(s) + 2H2O 2 of 2
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