Which of the following is the first step in the process of crude oil refining?

Reforming

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Steaming

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Distillation

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Blending

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Solution

The correct option is C Distillation
The first stage of crude processing is known as distillation, or fractionation, and occurs in a column known as a Distillation Column. In this process, the crude oil, which is a mixture of many types of hydrocarbons, is boiled and recondensed to separate the crude oil into components based on ranges of boiling points.

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