1. (1) Why fractions of higher boiling from crude oil (such as heavy gas oil) does not make a good fuel for engine combustion? (ii) Write the name of TWO (2) physical properties which are related to chemical composition of crude oils? (iii) How does salt get into crude oil?

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1. (i) Why fractions of higher boiling from crude oil (such as heavy gas oil) does not make a good
fuel for engine combustion?
(ii) Write the name of TWO (2) physical properties which are related to chemical composition
of crude oils?
(ii) How does salt get into crude oil?
(iv) What was the principal driving force that initiated the thermal refinery?
(v) Why does crude oil require refining?
Transcribed Image Text:1. (i) Why fractions of higher boiling from crude oil (such as heavy gas oil) does not make a good fuel for engine combustion? (ii) Write the name of TWO (2) physical properties which are related to chemical composition of crude oils? (ii) How does salt get into crude oil? (iv) What was the principal driving force that initiated the thermal refinery? (v) Why does crude oil require refining?
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