Q
Which of the following is a property of combustion reaction?
RRB Group D, 29-Aug-22 S-3
2022
✓ Answer:
B
An element burns in the presence of oxygen.
A combustion reaction is characterized by an element or compound burning in the presence of oxygen, releasing heat and light. For example, carbon reacts with oxygen to form carbon dioxide while emitting energy: C + O2 → CO2 + heat and light. This reaction is commonly used in industries to harness energy from fuels.