Question

In the process of cracking

• A. Organic compounds decompose into their constituent elements
• B. Hydrocarbons decompose into carbon and hydrogen
• C. High molecular weight organic compounds decompose to give low molecular weight organic compounds
• D. Hydrocarbons yield alkyl radicals and hydrogen

Answer 1

The correct option is C High molecular weight organic compounds decompose to give low molecular weight organic compounds

cracking is the process where by complex organic molecules such as kerogens or long-chain hydrocarbons are broken down into simpler molecules such as light hydrocarbons, by the breaking of carbon-carbon bonds in the precursors.

Or

Cracking is a process by which complex high molecular weight organic compounds are broken down into smaller fragments of molecules.

Therefore, Option C is a correct answer.