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The conversion of n-hexane into benzene by heating in the presence of Cr2O3+Al2O3+SiO2 is called

Correct answer: B. Aromatization

  • A. Isomerization
  • B. Aromatization
  • C. Dealkylation
  • D. Rearrangement

Explanation

The process described, where n-hexane is converted into benzene by heating in the presence of Cr2O3, Al2O3, and SiO2 catalysts, is called aromatization. Aromatization is a chemical reaction in which aliphatic hydrocarbons (such as n-hexane) are converted into aromatic hydrocarbons (such as benzene) by rearrangement of carbon atoms and formation of aromatic rings.

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