C9H20 + 14O2 → 9CO2 + 10H2O
Here's a breakdown:
* C9H20: This represents the nonane molecule.
* O2: This represents oxygen gas, the reactant in combustion.
* CO2: This represents carbon dioxide, a product of complete combustion.
* H2O: This represents water, another product of complete combustion.
Balancing the equation:
To balance the equation, you need to make sure the number of atoms of each element is the same on both sides of the equation.
* Carbon: 9 carbon atoms on each side
* Hydrogen: 20 hydrogen atoms on each side
* Oxygen: 28 oxygen atoms on each side (14 x 2 on the left and 18 + 10 on the right)
