Alkane reactions
Oxidation (combustion)
Substitution
Alkane Oxidation
Alkane + Oxygen –> Carbon Dioxide + Water + Energy
Conditions: none
Alkane Oxidation Example (CH4)
CH4 + 2O2 (g) –> CO2 (g) + 2H2O (g) (negative enthalpy)
Alkane Substitution
Alkane + Halogen –> Haloalkane + Hydrogen halide
Conditions: UV light
Alkane Substitution Example (C2H6 + Br2)
C2H6 + Br2 –> C2H5Br +HBr