Answer to Question #279152 in General Chemistry for Vince

Question

A hydrocarbon compound has a molecular formula of C3H8. If ignited, it reacts with oxygen (O2)

to form water vapor and carbon dioxide.

a. Write the balanced equation for the reaction described above.

b. From 5.76 g of the hydrocarbon, calculate the volume in liters of carbon dioxide that will be

produced under STP.

Answer 1

a. C₃H₈ + 5O₂ = 3CO₂ + 4H₂O

b. 8.736 l