With increase in the molecular weight of aromatic present in kerosene, its smoking tendency ?
Correct answer: A. Increases
- A. Increases
- B. Decreases
- C. Remain same
- D. Is unpredictable
Explanation
As the molecular size of aromatic compounds in kerosene increases, they form soot more readily during burning. Consequently, the smoke tendency increases.
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