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Crude oil and petrochemicals - JSS2 Basic science Past Questions and Answers - page 1

1
What is crude oil?
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A

Hydrocarbon deposits

B

Organic compounds found in soil

C

Inorganic minerals

D

None of the above

2
How are petrochemicals derived?
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A

From crude oil

B

From natural gas

C

From coal

D

None of the above

3
What is the main purpose of refining crude oil?
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A

To separate it into different fractions

B

To extract water

C

To convert it into natural gas

D

None of the above

4
Which process involves heating crude oil to separate it into fractions?
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A

Distillation

B

Polymerization

C

Oxidation

D

None of the above

5
What are petrochemicals used for?
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A

Building various products

B

Generating electricity

C

Purifying water

D

None of the above

6
What is cracking in the context of refining?
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A

Converting complex hydrocarbons into simpler ones

B

Separating crude oil into fractions

C

Heating crude oil

D

None of the above

7
Which industry heavily relies on petrochemicals?
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A

Automotive

B

Agriculture

C

Textile

D

None of the above

8
What are some environmental concerns associated with refining crude oil?
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A

Air and water pollution

B

Deforestation

C

Soil erosion

D

None of the above

9
What role do petrochemicals play in technological advancements?
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A

They contribute to the manufacturing of electronic devices

B

They help in agricultural practices

C

They aid in wildlife conservation

D

None of the above

10
What are some alternative sources of raw materials to reduce reliance on crude oil?
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A

Biomass and renewable energy sources

B

Nuclear energy

C

Fossil fuels

D

None of the above