Are CH3COOH and C4H8 Combustion Predictions Correct?

[AzMaphysics]

Homework Statement

Predict:
CH3COOH + O2 -->, C4H8 + O2 -->

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

CH3COOH + O2 --> 2H2O + CO2
C4H8 + 6O2 --> 4H2O + 4 CO2
Are these even close to being right?

 

[chemisttree]

one of them is close to being right.

 

[Blueshift5]

Your predictions are correct. CH3COOH, also known as acetic acid, will react with oxygen (O2) to form water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2). This is a combustion reaction, meaning that it produces heat and light as well.

C4H8, also known as butene, will react with oxygen (O2) to form water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2) as well. However, since C4H8 is a larger molecule, it will require more oxygen molecules (6 instead of 2) to fully combust and form the products.

Both of these reactions are important in the study of organic chemistry and can be used in the production of various chemicals and fuels. It's important for scientists to understand these reactions in order to manipulate and control them for desired outcomes.