Which gas is generally formed during the complete combustion of carbon compounds?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Carbon dioxide
In complete combustion, the carbon in a carbon compound reacts with sufficient oxygen to form carbon dioxide. For example, complete combustion of a hydrocarbon produces carbon dioxide and water. Carbon monoxide is generally formed during incomplete combustion when oxygen is limited.
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Carbon dioxide
Why is this the correct answer?
In complete combustion, the carbon in a carbon compound reacts with sufficient oxygen to form carbon dioxide. For example, complete combustion of a hydrocarbon produces carbon dioxide and water. Carbon monoxide is generally formed during incomplete combustion when oxygen is limited.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: Chemical Substances – Nature and Behaviour. Topic: Carbon and its Compounds.
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