Write and balance the equation for the complete combustion of heptane, C7H16. Phase symbols and energy changes are optional.

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The balanced equation for the complete combustion of heptane, [tex]C_{7}H_{16}[/tex] is given as,

[tex]C_{7}H16(g) + 11O_{2} (g)[/tex] → [tex]7CO_{2}(g) + 8H_{2}O(g)[/tex] + heat/light

What is combustion reaction?

  • It is exothermic redox chemical reaction.
  • The reaction between fuel and oxidant to produce oxidized product is called combustion reaction.
  • The oxidant are usually atmospheric oxygen.
  • The oxidized product is carbon dioxide gas and water.

What is balanced chemical equation?

The chemical equation in which number of atom each elements is equal in reactant and product of the reaction is called  balanced chemical equation.

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