Consider the following reaction equation: C\(_{16}\)H\(_{34}\) → C\(_5\)H\(_{12}\) + C\(_{11}\)H\(_{22}\). The process represented by the…

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Chemistry WAEC 2012

Consider the following reaction equation: C\(_{16}\)H\(_{34}\) → C\(_5\)H\(_{12}\) + C\(_{11}\)H\(_{22}\). The process represented by the equation is

  • cracking checkmark
  • fermentation
  • polymerization
  • reforming

The correct answer is: A

Explanation

In the reaction, a complex hydrocarbon is broken down into two simpler hydrocarbons. This is cracking.

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