Is unsustainable, is incentivized, the Accident-prone.Contribute to climate change. Fossil fuels are the main driver of global warming. ... Non-renewable.
When the hydrocarbon change is longer, what is true?
the boiling point decreases
the viscosity increases
the density decreases
the more energy it creates
What is the general formula for alkenes?
CnH2n
Which elements exist in hydrocarbons?
hydrogen and carbon
Why is there sulfur in hydrocarbon fuels?
It is a contaminant
Which of the following is NOT an impact of acid rain
temperatures rising
coral reefs bleached
statues dissolve
forests die
For what is coal used for? (Say 5)
Electricity Generation , Metal Production,Cement Production ,Gasification and Liquefaction, Chemical Production, Paper, Textile and Glass production
What is the difference in molecular fromula between ethane and propane?
CH2 (propane has one more carbon group)
How does the boiling point change as the carbon number changes?
it increases because there are more London Dispersion Forces
What is the chemical formula for alkanes?
CnH2n+2
How much natural gas do we use at industries?
54%
What is the main component of coal?
Methane or carbon
What is natural gas?
Natural gas is a hydrocarbon mixture of light gases of natural origin. Example: methane
What are fossil fuels?
Fossil fuels are made from decomposing plants and animals. These fuels are found in the Earth’s crust and contain carbon and hydrogen, which are made energy
What are the 3 main uses of oil?
As domestic and industrial fuel, as lubricant and as a material in the petrochemical industry
Why are fossil fuels considered non-renwable?
it is being used up faster than it is being formed?
Which fraction of petrol is collected from the top of the column?
fuel oil
bitumen
gas
kerosene
A black viscous mixture of hydrocarbons obtained naturally or as a residue from petroleum distillation. It is used for road surfacing and roofing
petrol
coal
bitumen
kerosene
What acid is made when sulfur dioxide is mixed with water?
Sulfuric acid
What is the chemical formula of pentane?
C5H12
Process where large hydrocarbons are broken down into smaller ones
combustion
cracking
greenhouse effect
air pollution
What was coal 300 million years ago?
Dead plants on a Swamp (a plant)
What are 2 major problems caused by incomplete combustion compared to complete combustion?
1) creating soot which creates more air pollution 2) creation of carbon monoxide gas
Which gas is made in incomplete combustion that is NOT made in complete combusion?
carbon monoxide
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