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Which of the following on combustion gives maximum energy ?

A

Ethane

B

Propane

C

Methane

D

Butane

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The correct Answer is:
D
Equation for combustion of alkanes is as follows
`C _n H _( 2 n + 2 ) + ((3n + 1 )/( 2 )) O_ 2 to nCO _ 2 + ( n + 1 ) H _ 2O + ` Heat
Greater the value of n greater will be the heat produced. Therefore, on combustion butane gives maximum energy.
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