Asphalts are _________________?

Correct answer: C. Readily oxidisable and form carbonaceous sludge

  • A. Low molecular weight & low boiling point compounds present in petroleum
  • B. Desirable in catalytic cracking feedstock, because they produce coke
  • C. Readily oxidisable and form carbonaceous sludge
  • D. All A., B. & C.

Explanation

Asphalts are heavy, high-boiling petroleum residues that can oxidise and form carbonaceous sludge. They are undesirable in catalytic-cracking feed because their tendency to form coke deactivates the catalyst.

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