Combustion Reaction

Combustion Reaction

A combustion reaction is a type of chemical reaction in which a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of heat and light. Most combustion reactions involve hydrocarbons (compounds of carbon and hydrogen) reacting with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. The general eq...

Imagine sitting by a campfire, watching the bright flames. Have you ever wondered what fire really is?

Fire is the result of a chemical reaction called combustion. Combustion happens when a substance called fuel reacts quickly with oxygen in the air.

This reaction produces heat, light, and products like carbon dioxide and water vapor...