Question

Describe what you will observe and write fully balanced equation when the following is introduced in a jar of oxygen.

Red hot coal (carbon)

Answer 1

When red hot coal (carbon) is introduced into a jar of oxygen, it bums brightly producing sparkles and a crackling sound. It forms a colourless gas known as carbon dioxide.

     C     +     O₂    →     CO₂

Carbon    Oxygen   Carbon dioxide