NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
In complete combustion of a hydrocarbon, which products are formed?
Options
- ACarbon dioxide and water
- BCarbon monoxide and oxygen
- CMethane and oxygen
- DHydrogen and carbon
Correct answer
A. Carbon dioxide and water
Step-by-step solution
In complete combustion, hydrocarbons react with oxygen to form carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) and water (H 2 O) as the primary products.