Reactions involving oxygen Flashcards

1
Q

What is a combustion reaction?

A

substance burns in the presence of oxygen

always exothermic

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2
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What is a hydrocarbon?

A

Contains only carbon and hydrogen atoms

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3
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Complete combustion of hydrocarbons result in:

A

carbon dioxide plus water (if enough oxygen present)

  • known as complete combustion
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4
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What is corrosion?

A

Metals reacting with oxygen to form metal oxides

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5
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Is corrosion endo or exothermic?

A

exothermic as it is a form of combustion

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6
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Is photosynthesis exo or endothermic?

A

Endothermic

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7
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Is respiration exo or endothermic?

A

Exothermic

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