level: Organic chemistry - Crude oil
Questions and Answers List
level questions: Organic chemistry - Crude oil
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are hydrocarbons | Molecules containing hydrogen and carbon atom only |
| How is crude oil formed | From the remains of fossiled planktons |
| Where is crude oil found | In rocks |
| What is crude oil used for | To produce fuels and other useful chemicals |
| What is crude oil a mixture off | Lots of different compounds that are not chemically combined |
| What are most of the compounds found in crude oil | hydrocarbon |
| Why do heavy fractions of crude oil not make good fuels | 1) Low volatility 2) Don't ignite easily 3) Have high boiling points |