Fractional Distillation Flashcards
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what is fractional distillation?
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the separation of crude oil into fractions according to boiling points
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what is crude oil?
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a mixture of chemical compounds, mostly hydrocarbons
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what is a fraction?
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a group of hydrocarbons in a given range
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what are the properties related to molecular sizes of the molecules in the fractions?
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ease of evaporation, viscosity, flammability and boiling points
