Specific gravity of a petroleum product gives an indication of its _________________?

Correct answer: B. Hydrocarbon content type (aromatic or paraffinic)

  • A. Degree of refinement
  • B. Hydrocarbon content type (aromatic or paraffinic)
  • C. Ease of atomisation
  • D. Sulphur content

Explanation

Specific gravity helps indicate the hydrocarbon character of a petroleum product, since paraffinic, naphthenic and aromatic hydrocarbons have different densities. It is not a direct measure of sulphur content or ease of atomisation.

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