Combustion Reactions
(Complete Oxidation or Burning)

CxHyOz + n O2 ---> x CO2 + y/2 H2O Reactants: O2 plus a compound of C and H, or C, H and O Products: CO2 and H2O Example: CH3CH2OH + 3 O2 ---> 2 CO2 + 3 H2O