Asked by Scott Wilson on Jul 03, 2024
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Diesel fuel is what fraction of crude oil refinement?
A) C1 to C4
B) C5 to C9
C) C10 to C16
D) C14 to C20
Crude Oil Refinement
The industrial process of transforming crude oil into useful products such as gasoline, diesel, and other petrochemicals.
Diesel Fuel
A type of fuel derived from crude oil and used in diesel engines, known for its energy efficiency compared to gasoline.
- Understand the fractions of crude oil refinement and their uses.
Verified Answer
MK
Mehar Kohli5 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Diesel fuel is typically in the range of C14 to C20 hydrocarbons, which are longer chains than those used for gasoline, making it denser and oilier.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the fractions of crude oil refinement and their uses.
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