Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. Mixed base type crude is generally rich in semi-solid waxes.
  2. Petroleum ether is used as solvent.
  3. In fractional distillation of petroleum, lower boiling fractions condense first.
  4. In fractional distillation of petroleum, diesel oil fraction is obtained between 180-250oC.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Only 2 and 3

  4. Only 3

  5. Only 3 and 4
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D Correct answer
Explanation

This option is correct because in fractional distillation of petroleum, higher boiling fractions condense first; while the lower boiling fractions turn by turn.

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