Which of the following is not a mixture of hydrocarbons?
Correct answer: D. Vegetable ghee
- A. Candle wax
- B. Kerosine oil
- C. Paraffin oil
- D. Vegetable ghee
Explanation
Candle wax is typically made from natural waxes, such as beeswax or plant-based waxes like soy wax or palm wax, or synthetic waxes like paraffin wax. Paraffin wax, which is the most commonly used wax for candle making, is derived from petroleum and consists of a mixture of hydrocarbons, primarily long-chain alkanes, and branched alkanes. Kerosene is a flammable liquid that is commonly used as fuel in lamps, heaters, and stoves. It is produced by refining crude oil, which is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons Paraffin oil, also known as mineral oil or liquid paraffin, is a byproduct of the petroleum refining process. It is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless liquid that is composed of a mixture of alkanes, which are hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH2n+2. Vegetable ghee is not a mix of hydrocarbons. Vegetable ghee is a type of partially hydrogenated vegetable oil that has been processed to have a consistency similar to that of animal fat. It is commonly used as a substitute for animal-based ghee in South Asian cuisine and has a similar texture and flavor.
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