Predict the products of the following reaction. If no reaction will occur, use the NO REACTION button. Be sure your chemical equation is balanced! $(CH_2OH)_2CHOH(l) + O_2(g) \to$
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Ethylene glycol is a dialcohol, meaning it has two hydroxyl groups (-OH). When ethylene glycol reacts with oxygen ($O_2$), it undergoes combustion. Combustion reactions produce carbon dioxide ($CO_2$) and water ($H_2O$). Show more…
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