2.2 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a fuel
A
A fuel is a substance that can be bunt to release energy
2
Q
What is combustion
A
The reaction of a substance with oxygen that gives out energy
3
Q
What is the chemical test of oxygen
A
It relights a glowing splint
4
Q
What is complete combustion of a fuel
A
when its burnt in a plentiful supply of oxygen
5
Q
What is incomplete combustion
A
when its burnt with a limited amount of oxygen
6
Q
What can incomplete combustion form
A
carbon monoxide
7
Q
What is a hydrocarbon
A
A compound which contains only carbon and hydrogen
8
Q
What is the equation for combustion
A
Hydrocarbon + oxygen > carbin dioxide + water
