NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
Which type of combustion of alkanes leads to the formation of carbon black?
Options
- AComplete combustion
- BIncomplete combustion with sufficient oxygen
- CIncomplete combustion with insufficient oxygen
- DSpontaneous combustion
Correct answer
C. Incomplete combustion with insufficient oxygen
Step-by-step solution
Carbon black is formed during the incomplete combustion of alkanes with insufficient oxygen.