Which of the following gas is used for welding purposes and can produce the highest heat of combustion?
Ethane
Ethene
Ethyne
Methane
2CH≡CH + 5O2→ 4CO2+ 2H2O; ΔH = –1300KJ,
Combustion of Acetylene is extremely exothermic and the heat generated through the combustion can be used for welding.