2 C2H6 (g) + 3 O2 (g) → 2 C2H4O2 (l) + 2 H2O (l)
This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:
4 C-III - 12 e- → 4 C0 (oxidation)
6 O0 + 12 e- → 6 O-II (reduction)
C2H6 is a reducing agent, O2 is an oxidizing agent.
Reactants:
Products:
- C2H4O2 – Acetic acid , Ethanoic acid
- Other names: Vinegar (when dilute); Hydrogen acetate; Methanecarboxylic acid , Methanecarboxylic acid , CH3-COOH
- Appearance: Colourless liquid ; Colourless liquid with pungent odour ; Colorless liquid or crystals with a sour, vinegar-like odor. [Note: Pure compound is a solid below 62°F. Often used in an aqueous solution.]
- H2O – Water, oxidane