Question

In fractional distillation, crude oil is heated to about:

• A. 1000 ${}^{\circ }$C
• B. 600 ${}^{\circ }$C
• C. 200 ${}^{\circ }$C
• D. 400 ${}^{\circ }$C

Answer 1

The correct option is B 600 ${}^{\circ }$C

This process of refining involves separating the hydrocarbons into fractions or batches using a technique called fractional distillation. Each fraction separates a component as they have the difference in their boiling points.The crude oil is heated in a furnace to around 600 ${}^{\circ }$C or 1112 ${}^{\circ }$F.