Question

what is the balanced equation for the reaction that occurs when methanoll. CH3OH is burned in air O2 and produces carbon dioxide and water

Answer 1

2 CH3OH + 3 O2 => 2 CO2 + 4 H2O

Explanation: The combustion reaction is now balanced.

C has 2 atoms both sides.

H has 8 atoms on both sides

O has also 8 atoms both in the reactant and product side.