Combustion Flashcards
1
Q
What is Combustion?
A
Combustion (burning) is a chemical reaction.
2
Q
When does Combustion occur?
A
When a fuel reacts with oxygen and energy is released.
3
Q
Why is combustion a type of oxidation reaction?
A
Because the fuel reacts with oxygen.
4
Q
Where does the oxygen come from?
A
Usually from the air, but fuels burn much faster in pure oxygen
5
Q
What is Coal mainly made up of?
A
Carbon
