Complete/Incomplete Combustion

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What is a combustion reaction?
A combustion reaction is the burning of fossil fuels which release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere and provides energy in the presents of oxygen.
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What is the general equation for complete combustion?
Complete Combustion- Hydrocarbon + Water -> Carbon Dioxide + Water
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What is the general equation for incomplete combustion?
Incomplete Combustion- Hydrocarbon + Oxygen -> Carbon Monoxide + Carbon + Water
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When does incomplete combustion occur?
Incomplete combustion occurs when air or oxygen supplies are low. Water is still produced but carbon monoxide and carbon are produced instead of carbon dioxide.
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What are the conditions for complete combustion?
The conditions for complete combustion are: Something flammable, A right temperature to ignite and fresh air (oxygen)
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What are the conditions for incomplete combustion?
The conditions for incomplete combustion are: little oxygen in the air, A temperatue to ignite and something to burn it with
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