Question

Why is Coal tar is an important product. Give 2 reasons

Answer 1

Answer:

Coal tar is a complex mixture of phenols, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and heterocyclic compounds. It is a keratolytic agent, which reduces the growth rate of skin cells and softens the skin's keratin.

Coal tar is used primarily for the production of refined chemicals and coal-tar products, such as creosote and coal-tar pitch. Certain preparations of coal tar have long been used to treat various skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, and dandruff.

Answer 2

Answer:

itx the thick dark liquid by product of production of coke and coal gases (1) it has both medical as well as industrial use

(2) it slow down the growth of skin cells

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