Most widely used solvent for dewaxing is__________________?
Correct answer: A. Methyl-ethyl-ketone (MEK)
- A. Methyl-ethyl-ketone (MEK)
- B. Naphtha
- C. Petroleum ether
- D. Sodium plumbite
Explanation
MEK is widely used for solvent dewaxing, commonly in combination with toluene to maintain oil solubility while wax precipitates on cooling. The other listed materials are not the standard principal dewaxing solvent.
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