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JAMB Chemistry 2014 Question 50

Question 50

Petroleum and Coal

The petroleum fraction that is used in heating furnaces in industries is

  1. A.diesel oil.
  2. B.gasoline.
  3. C.kerosene.
  4. D.lubricating oil.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (diesel oil.)

Explanation

Diesel (gas) oil and heavier fuel oils are burnt in industrial furnaces and boilers.