GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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GENERAL SCIENCE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Crude petroleum is refined by the use of
A
Citric acid
B
Sulphuric acid
C
Hydrochloric acid
D
Bleaching powder
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sulfuric acid – In acid form (H2SO4), sulfur is used as a catalyst to create high octane alkylate. This substance is then blended with petroleum products to create higher octane gasoline. The alkylation process requires concentrated, pure sulfuric acid.

Detailed explanation-2: -The crude is heated by a furnace and is sent to a distillation tower, where it is separated by boiling point. Then the material is converted by heating, pressure or a catalyst into finished products including fuels like gasoline and diesel, and specialty products like asphalt and solvents.

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