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

In summary, the balance equation for complete combustion of the fuel C51 H105 S2 (OH)3 is C51 H105 S2 (OH)3 + (2x + y/2) O2 --> 51CO2 + (105/2) H2O + 2S. The sulfur in the fuel does not burn, which is why it is not shown on the product side and there is no term in front of the oxygen that includes 'n'.
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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'?
 

1. What is the chemical formula for "Fuel may be designated by the chemical formula C51 H105 S2 (OH)3"?

The chemical formula for this fuel is C51 H105 S2 (OH)3.

2. What elements are present in the fuel with the chemical formula C51 H105 S2 (OH)3?

The elements present in this fuel are carbon (C), hydrogen (H), sulfur (S), and oxygen (O).

3. What does the chemical formula C51 H105 S2 (OH)3 indicate about the fuel?

This chemical formula indicates that the fuel is a hydrocarbon compound with two sulfur atoms and three hydroxyl groups.

4. How does the chemical formula C51 H105 S2 (OH)3 affect the properties of the fuel?

The presence of sulfur and oxygen in the fuel can increase its viscosity and affect its combustion properties. The high number of carbon and hydrogen atoms can also make it a potent source of energy.

5. Is the chemical formula C51 H105 S2 (OH)3 commonly used in the production of fuel?

This specific chemical formula may not be commonly used in the production of fuel, but it is possible that variations of this formula are used in different types of fuels. Further research and analysis would be needed to determine its prevalence in the fuel industry.

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