The Balanced Chemical Equation for the Combustion of Butane Is

question 49

Multiple Choice

The balanced chemical equation for the combustion of butane is given below and is the reaction happening when you use a butane lighter.How many grams of O₂ are needed to completely react with 5.0 g of butane? 2 C₄H₁₀ + 13 O₂ → 8 CO₂ + 10 H₂O

• A) 0.42 g
• B) 2.8 g
• C) 6.0 g
• D) 9.1 g
• E) 18 g

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