wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

What happens when ethene burns in the air if the supply of air is in excess?


A

Carbon monoxide is produced

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B

Carbon dioxide is produced

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C

Hydrogen gas is produced

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D

Oxygen gas is produced

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B

Carbon dioxide is produced


Ethene burns in air with a sooty flame producing a large amount of energy. However, if the supply of air is in excess, it burns with a pale blue flame to produce carbon dioxide, water and a large amount of heat.

C2H4+3O22CO2+2H2O+Heat


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Oxidation of Alkenes
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon