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The process by which long chain hydrocarbon is broken down in smaller ones on expense of high temperature, is called:

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Oxidation
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Smelting
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Hydrogenation
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Cracking
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Solution

The correct option is D Cracking
Cracking is the process whereby long chain hydrocarbon is broken down in smaller ones on expense of high temperature.
Cracking is the most important process for the commercial production of gasoline and diesel fuel.

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