Complete the Table Below, and Identify the Fuel with the Highest

question 94

Essay

Complete the table below, and identify the fuel with the highest fuel density.
Substance
Model Compound
Molar Mass (g/mol)
Enthalpy of Combustion (kJ/mol)
Density (g/mL)
Fuel Density (kJ/mL)
Heating Oil
C₁₄H₃₄
226.0
10,800
0.85
Coal
C₁₃₅H₉₆O₉NS
1906
44,000
1.40
Wood
C₆H₁₂O₆
180.0
2,540
0.50

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Definitions:

Oxidation

A chemical process involving the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion.

Chromium

A chemical element with symbol Cr and atomic number 24, known for its high corrosion resistance and hardness.

Organic Product

Compounds primarily composed of carbon atoms, resulting from the synthesis in organic chemistry.

Major Structure

Refers to the principal arrangement or configuration of atoms within a molecule, often determining its chemical behavior.