4.5.3 - Cracking Flashcards

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What is the purpose of “cracking” !?

A

Cracking breaks down longer alkanes into smaller, more useful ones

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What two conditions are required for “cracking” !?

A

. Temp = 650
. Catalyst = Aluminium oxide

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3
Q

Equation for “cracking” :

A

Long alkane➡️shorter alkane➕. - alkene

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