Question

In fractional distillation, oil is heated to about:

• A. C
• B. C
• C. C
• D. C

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A

C

B

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.