What would be the correct balanced chemical equation for the oxidation of carbon to CO2 by persulfate(S2O8 2-)? I am thinking it would be 2S2O8 + C + 2H2O –> CO2 + 4SO4- Is this correct?
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Why Is Everybody Crazy About A Co2 Problem What About Carbon Monoxide In The Atmosphere?
there’s virtually no carbon monoxide in the atmosphere. as soon as it meets free oxygen, it reacts and makes CO2. it’s only a problem in a confined space where there is not enough oxygen for it to react with.
How Many Grams Of Carbon Dioxide (co2) Is Formed When 3.003 G Of Carbon Is Burned In An Excess Of Oxygen?
The equation will look like this: C + O2 –> CO2 This means the ratio of the number of moles of C and the number of moles of CO2 is one to one. 3.003g C=0.25moles C Therefore, there must be 0.25 moles of CO2. Now convert moles of CO2 to grams of CO2: 0.25 mol CO2=11 grams CO2 So your answer is 11 grams. By the way, make sure you check your significant figures/digits. I did these calculations in my head, so I didn’t apply them.