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"Hydrocarbon" means something that contains only carbon and hydrogen. Coal is mainly carbon with small amounts of other materials. There are certainly hydrocarbon compounds present in coal, but for the most part it's probably more correct to think of it as an impure form of carbon.

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What is the source of vapor and carbon dioxide in a burning candle?

The reaction of hydrocarbon (i.e. wax) with oxygen Hydrocarbon + oxygen --> water + carbon dioxide


What shows the combustion of a hydrocarbon?

The combustion of a hydrocarbon produces carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O) as byproducts. The chemical equation for the combustion of a hydrocarbon is typically hydrocarbon + oxygen -> carbon dioxide + water. Heat and light are often given off during this exothermic reaction.


Put the combustion of carbon into a word equation?

HYDROCARBON + OXYGENÜ CARBON DIOXIDE + WATER


What shows a combustion of a hydrocarbon?

It is when you burn Oxygen. Here are equations. Hydrocarbon + Oxygen --> Carbon Dioxide + Water Hydrocarbon + Oxygen --> Carbon Monoxide + Water


Show the combustion of a hydrocarbon?

It is when you burn Oxygen. Here are equations. Hydrocarbon + Oxygen --> Carbon Dioxide + Water Hydrocarbon + Oxygen --> Carbon Monoxide + Water


Is carbon dioxide always formed when a hydrocarbon is burnt?

no


What is the word equation for hydrocarbon?

it is fuel + air= water + carbon dioxide + nitrogen + heat, at least according to wikipedia


What are all the products of hydrocarbon combustion reaction?

Hydrogen, carbon, and oxygen


What are the products of combustion of a hydrocarbon?

The complete combustion of a hydrocarbon would give carbon dioxide and water as the only products.


The product of combustion of a hydrocarbon are?

The complete combustion of a hydrocarbon would give carbon dioxide and water as the only products.


Where are all the products of a hydrocarbon combustion reaction?

The products of a hydrocarbon combustion reaction are usually carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O). Other by-products can include carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and sulfur oxides (SOx), depending on the composition of the hydrocarbon and the conditions of the reaction.


What happen when oxygen combines with a hydrocarbon to form water and carbon dioxide?

It reacts with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide, water, and heat.

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