Combustion equations

Combustion equations describe how a substance burns, involving a chemical reaction between a fuel (like wood or gasoline) and oxygen. During combustion, the fuel reacts with oxygen to produce energy, often releasing heat, light, carbon dioxide, and water. The equation shows the starting materials (fuel and oxygen) on one side and the products (carbon dioxide, water, energy) on the other. Balancing these equations ensures the same number of atoms are on both sides, reflecting the Law of Conservation of Mass. This helps scientists understand and predict the combustion process's outcomes and efficiency.