Methane (CH4) is a suitable fuel for burning because it is readily oxidized by oxygen gas, forming carbon dioxide and water.Hydrogen is also a good fuel for burning with oxygen gas, forming water as a product.What change in oxidation number always accompanies oxidation?
A) a decrease
B) an increase
C) no change
D) The change varies with the reaction.
E) The oxidation number increases by 1 unit.
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