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The end products of burning a candle in the atm... - JAMB Chemistry 2018 Question

The end products of burning a candle in the atmosphere are water and 

A
carbon (II) oxide
B
sulphur (IV) oxide
C
carbon (IV) oxide
D
sulphur (VI) oxide
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Correct Option: C

When we ignite the candle, the hydrocarbon reacts with oxygen (in excess) to produce carbon dioxide and water. The burning sets an air current which gives dome shape to candle flame and it helps to get complete combustion at the bottom and the outer surface of the flame

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