cracking Flashcards
1
Q
cracking
A
splitting up long chain hydrocarbons. form of thermal decomposition, breaking molecules down into simpler molecules by heating them
2
Q
long hydrocarbons
A
have high boiling points and are viscous (thick and gloopy)
3
Q
short hydrocarbons
A
lower boiling point and are thinner and paler in colour.
4
Q
cracking produces
A
alkenes, used to make polymers and shorter alkanes
5
Q
conditions for temp
A
600-700
6
Q
catalyst for cracking
A
silica or alumina
