Solvent used in the Udex (glycol) extraction process for removal of light aromatics from cracked naphtha is_________________?

Correct answer: C. Aqueous solution (10% water) of diethylene glycol

  • A. Propane
  • B. Diethylene glycol
  • C. Aqueous solution (10% water) of diethylene glycol
  • D. Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK)

Explanation

The Udex process uses aqueous diethylene glycol as a selective solvent for extracting light aromatics from hydrocarbon streams. The specified solvent is therefore diethylene glycol containing about 10% water.

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