C1.5 Other Useful Substances from Oil Flashcards
1
Q
What is cracking and why is it useful?
A
Cracking is the process used to break long-chain hydrocarbons down into smaller ones. It is useful because shorter-chain hydrocarbons are usually more useful than longer chain hydrocarbons.
2
Q
Give two things that the products of cracking can be used for.
A
Fuel and making plastics.
3
Q
What type of reaction is cracking?
A
A thermal decomposition reaction.
4
Q
Describe how an aluminium oxide catalyst can be used to crack a long-chain hydrocarbon.
A
The long chain hydrocarbon
5
Q
How can cracking be performed without using a catalyst?
A
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6
Q
Name two types of hydrocarbon that are produced in cracking.
A
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