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JAMB Chemistry 2010 Question 39

Question 39

Petroleum and Coal

The residual solids from the fractional distillation of petroleum are used as

  1. A.coatings for pipes
  2. B.raw materials for the cracking process
  3. C.fuel for driving tractors
  4. D.fuel for jet engines
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (coatings for pipes)

Explanation

The residue is bitumen (asphalt), used for road surfaces and waterproof coatings on pipes.