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Identify the reactants in the following chemical equation:
a.) O2
b.) CO2
c.) H2O
d.) CH4
 
 
### Combustion of Methane

This diagram illustrates the chemical reaction involved in the combustion of methane (\(CH_4\)). 

**Equation:**
\[ CH_4 + 2O_2 \rightarrow CO_2 + 2H_2O \]

**Explanation:**

- **Reactants:**
  - **Methane (\(CH_4\)):** Represented by a molecule with one carbon atom (black or gray) bonded to four hydrogen atoms (white).
  - **Oxygen (\(O_2\)):** Two oxygen molecules, shown in red and bonded together.

- **Products:**
  - **Carbon Dioxide (\(CO_2\)):** A molecule with one carbon atom double-bonded to two oxygen atoms.
  - **Water (\(H_2O\)):** Two water molecules, each consisting of two hydrogen atoms bonded to one oxygen atom.

### Reaction Description:

During the reaction, methane combines with oxygen. This results in the production of carbon dioxide and water, releasing energy in the form of heat and light. This process is an example of a combustion reaction, which is a type of exothermic reaction commonly occurring in engines and heating systems.
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Transcribed Image Text:### Combustion of Methane This diagram illustrates the chemical reaction involved in the combustion of methane (\(CH_4\)). **Equation:** \[ CH_4 + 2O_2 \rightarrow CO_2 + 2H_2O \] **Explanation:** - **Reactants:** - **Methane (\(CH_4\)):** Represented by a molecule with one carbon atom (black or gray) bonded to four hydrogen atoms (white). - **Oxygen (\(O_2\)):** Two oxygen molecules, shown in red and bonded together. - **Products:** - **Carbon Dioxide (\(CO_2\)):** A molecule with one carbon atom double-bonded to two oxygen atoms. - **Water (\(H_2O\)):** Two water molecules, each consisting of two hydrogen atoms bonded to one oxygen atom. ### Reaction Description: During the reaction, methane combines with oxygen. This results in the production of carbon dioxide and water, releasing energy in the form of heat and light. This process is an example of a combustion reaction, which is a type of exothermic reaction commonly occurring in engines and heating systems.
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