Question

In petroleum refining, the method of separation used is ______________

Answer 1

In petroleum refining, the method of separation used is fractional distillation

Answer 2

Dear Student,

◆ Answer -

In petroleum refining, the method of separation used is fractional distillation.

● Obtaining diesel, petrol & kerosene from petroleum -

• Separation of different components of petroleum is done by fractional distillation.
• Petroleum (crude oil) is heated with continuously increasing temperature.
• Low boiling liquids change into vapor first and then condense.
• Petrol boils at 150°C, kerosene at 200°C & diesel boils at 300°C & fuel oil at 370°C.
• These are collected accordingly in separate vessels.

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