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When butane burns in an excess of oxygen, the principal products are:.

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Answer:

Carbon dioxide and water

Step-by-step explanation:

All hydrocarbons, when burned in excess of oxygen produces carbon dioxide and water [along with the unused oxygen].

The equation for the combustion of butane is:

C₄H₁₀ + 6.5O₂ → 4CO₂ + 5H₂O

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