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What type of chemical reaction is given by the following balanced equation: 2C8H18 + 25O2 → 16CO2 + 18H2O

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           2C₈H₁₈ + 25O₂    →  16CO₂   +  18H₂O

The reaction above is a typical combustion reaction which are very common with hydrocarbons. Combustion occurs in the presence of oxygen to product carbon dioxide and water. The purpose of this reaction is to transform chemical energy into useful heat energy. Most times, the oxygen used is always in excess of the hydrocarbon reacting with it.