Question

What happens in a combustion reaction?

Answer 1

Combustion reaction:

• A chemical process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give off heat is called combustion.
• Heat and energy are produced in this reaction.
• When a chemical reaction occurs between a fuel and an oxidant, it leads to the formation of a combustion reaction.
• The products obtained in the reaction are carbon dioxide and water.

Example: Combustion of methane

• When methane is heated in presence of oxygen, it will lead to the formation of carbon dioxide gas and water.