Fuel may be designated by the chemical formula C51 H105 S2 (OH)3

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The discussion revolves around balancing the combustion equation for the fuel represented by the chemical formula C51 H105 S2 (OH)3. Participants are trying to simplify the formula to fit it into the combustion equation format, specifically addressing the components of carbon, hydrogen, sulfur, and oxygen. There is a query about whether sulfur burns in this fuel and its absence in the product side of the equation. Clarifications are provided regarding the modification of the formula and the inclusion of oxygen in the equation. The conversation highlights the complexities involved in balancing combustion reactions for fuels containing multiple elements.
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Homework Statement



A fuel may be deignated by the chemical formula C51 H105 S2 (OH)3

Write out the balance equation for complete combustion of this fuel.


Homework Equations



Cx Hy Oz Sn [(x) + (y/4)] o2

> xCo2 + (y/2) H2o

The Attempt at a Solution



The problem is that I don't know how to simplify the (C51 H105 S2 (OH)3) to put it into the equation?
 
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Does the sulfur burn in this fuel? Why is it not shown on the product side and why is there no term in front of the oxygen that includes 'n'?
 
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