Chemistrymedium · Past Paper
How many molecules of oxygen are required to completely burn 1 molecule of methane (CH4)?
A1
B2
C3
D4
✓ Correct Answer: B — 2
CH4 + 2O2 -> CO2 + 2H2O. Two oxygen molecules are needed.
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