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Why does an ideal fuel:air mixture not burn completely, in practice? Why do the "lean" mixtures used in road vehicles not burn completely, either? Is there leftover oxygen, as well? If so, why is secondary air injection needed? Thanks.

by /u/T2QTIW31hmtGbNsq in /r/askscience

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