Organic Chemistry Flashcards
1
Q
What is the order of a fractional distillation column from cool at the top to hot at the bottom?
A
- Refinery gases
- Petrol
- (Naptha)
- Kerosene
- Diesel
2
Q
What are some qualities of refinery gases compared to other hydrocarbons?
A
- Least viscous
-Most flammable
-Most volatile
-Lightest in colour
-Low boiling point
-Smallest molecules
3
Q
What are some qualities of bitumen compared to other hydrocarbons?
A
- Most viscous
-Least flammable
-Least volatile
-Darkest in colour
-High boiling point
-Largest molecules
4
Q
What is a hydrocarbon?
A
A substance made of only carbon and hydrogen, obtained by the fractional distillation of crude oil
5
Q
What is fractional distillation?
A
The separation of liquids by boiling point
