The Power to Drive
By: Thomas and Jack
Why the Combustion of Ethanol is Signicant in Everyday Life.
C2H2OH (l) + 3O2 (g) ------> 2CO2 (g) + 3H2O (l)
Ethanol molecule
H2O (water)
Type of Reaction
Description of Elements
Hydrogen: atomic #1, symbol H, atomic weight 1.00794. Phase at room temperature: gas. Non - metal, lightest element.
Carbon: atomic #6, symbol C, atomic weight 12.0102. Phase at room temperature: solid. Non - metal.
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