Crude petroleum is converted to useful products by the process of?
CHEMISTRY
JAMB 2022
Crude petroleum is converted to useful products by the process of?
- A. fractional crystallization
- B. fractional distillation
- C. filtration
- D. chromatography
Correct Answer: B. fractional distillation
Explanation
A process called fractional distillation is used in oil refineries to separate (as well as join or split) the various lengths of hydrocarbon chains to create different petroleum products from the different distillates.
Post an Explanation Or Report an Error
If you see any wrong question or answer, please leave a comment below and we'll take a look. If you doubt why the selected answer is correct or need additional more details? Please drop a comment or Contact us directly. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *