The main use of heavy gas oil produced by the vacuum distillation unit is as a_____________________?

Correct answer: C. Feedstock for fluid catalytic cracking unit

  • A. Blending component for kerosene
  • B. Blending component for petrol
  • C. Feedstock for fluid catalytic cracking unit
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Heavy gas oil from vacuum distillation has a high boiling range and is unsuitable for direct blending into petrol or kerosene. It is commonly used as feedstock for fluid catalytic cracking, which converts it into lighter products.

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