Which Is the Correct Balanced Reaction for the Combustion of Octane

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct balanced reaction for the combustion of octane?

• A) 2C₈H₁₈g) + 25O₂g) \(\rightarrow\) 16CO₂g) + 18H₂Og)
• B) C₈H₁₈g) + 12.5O₂g) \(\rightarrow\) 8CO₂g) + 9H₂Og)
• C) C₈H₁₈g) + 25Og) \(\rightarrow\) 8CO₂g) + 9H₂Og)

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