Question

Combustion reactions are a notable source of carbon dioxide in the environment. Using the following balanced equation, how many grams of carbon dioxide are formed when 100.00 g of propane is burned? Express your answer to the correct number of significant figures. Be sure to show all steps completed to arrive at the answer. Equation: C3H8 + 5O2 ->>>>>>> 3CO2 + 4H2O

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Number of moles of propane:

=Mass in grams ÷ Relative molecular Mass

= 100/((12*3) + (1*8))

= 100 ÷ 44

= 2.2727

Mole ratio propane:carbon (IV) oxide = 1:3(from the equation)

Number of moles of CO2 = 3*2.2727 = 6.8181

Mass in grams = Relative molecular Mass * Number of moles

= 44 * 6.8181

= 299.9964 grams