2 C4H10 + 5 O2 → 4 C2H4O2 + 2 H2O
This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:
8 C-5/2 - 20 e- → 8 C0 (oxidation)
10 O0 + 20 e- → 10 O-II (reduction)
C4H10 is a reducing agent, O2 is an oxidizing agent.
Reactants:
- C4H10
- O2
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