Tetraethyl lead is used as______?

Correct answer: D. Petrol Additive

  • A. Pain Killer
  • B. Fire Extinguisher
  • C. Mosquito Repellent
  • D. Petrol Additive

Explanation

Tetraethyl lead was historically mixed with petrol as an antiknock additive, increasing the fuel's octane rating and reducing engine knocking. Students may choose a medicinal use because the name contains lead, but its important historical use was as a petrol additive.

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