Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Chemical energetics

Chemical energetics — practice question

Which of the following statements about the use of alkane fuels in internal combustion engines is correct?

  • A$\text{C}_8\text{H}_{18}$ is used as fuel in internal combustion engines and reacts with oxygen and nitrogen from the air.
  • BIn limited oxygen, CO is produced which oxidises $\text{SO}_2$ to $\text{SO}_3$ in the atmosphere.
  • CThe catalytic converter removes polluting gases including $\text{NO}_2$ and $\text{CO}_2$.
  • DUnburnt hydrocarbons and $\text{NO}_2$ can react in sunlight to produce photochemical smog.

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