Crude oil and petrochemicals - JSS2 Basic science Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is crude oil?
Hydrocarbon deposits
Organic compounds found in soil
Inorganic minerals
None of the above
How are petrochemicals derived?
From crude oil
From natural gas
From coal
None of the above
What is the main purpose of refining crude oil?
To separate it into different fractions
To extract water
To convert it into natural gas
None of the above
Which process involves heating crude oil to separate it into fractions?
Distillation
Polymerization
Oxidation
None of the above
What are petrochemicals used for?
Building various products
Generating electricity
Purifying water
None of the above
What is cracking in the context of refining?
Converting complex hydrocarbons into simpler ones
Separating crude oil into fractions
Heating crude oil
None of the above
Which industry heavily relies on petrochemicals?
Automotive
Agriculture
Textile
None of the above
What are some environmental concerns associated with refining crude oil?
Air and water pollution
Deforestation
Soil erosion
None of the above
What role do petrochemicals play in technological advancements?
They contribute to the manufacturing of electronic devices
They help in agricultural practices
They aid in wildlife conservation
None of the above
What are some alternative sources of raw materials to reduce reliance on crude oil?
Biomass and renewable energy sources
Nuclear energy
Fossil fuels
None of the above