characteristics

petroleum of
fractions
In this experiment, you are going to perform some tests to
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investigate
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the
viscosity, volatility and burning characteristics of
petroleum fractions.

Class practice 20.2

Petroleum is a mixture of hydrocarbons which can be separated

es fractions.
into different
(a) Name the process by which petroleum is separated into
fractions.
(b) How does the number of carbon atoms in a hydrocarbon affect
its boiling
point?
10(II)2 (c) State whether there is (i) physical separation or (ii) chemical
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in the separation
process.
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Major uses of petroleum fractions

The uses of a petroleum fraction are closely related to its properties. For
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example, refinery gas burns more easily than lubricating oils. Hence,
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refinery gas is used as fuels. Figure 20.11 on p.8 hasCarbonCompounds
already shown the
name, properties and major uses of each petroleum fraction. Refer to the
diagram
again.
1. As fuels
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From Figure 20.11, we see that most of the petroleum fractions are used
as fuels. LPG is used as domestic fuel and fuel for taxis. Petrol,
kerosene,
diesel oil and fuel oil are used as fuels in
transportation.

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2. As a source of hydrocarbons
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Some petroleum fractions are used as a source of hydrocarbons to