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Name the hydrocarbon having the poorest oxidation stability

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Name the hydrocarbon having the poorest oxidation stability.

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Correct Answer: Option B
In petroleum refinery engineering, aromatics are the hydrocarbons having the poorest oxidation stability.

Aromatics, such as benzene, toluene, and xylene, contain one or more benzene rings in their molecular structure. These compounds are highly reactive and prone to oxidation, which can lead to the formation of harmful by-products and degradation of the petroleum product's quality over time.

Therefore, the correct option is Option D: Aromatics.
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SIVA VIGNESWARAN
SIVA VIGNESWARAN 2 years ago
Olefins is correct
Debasish Gogoi
Debasish Gogoi 6 years ago
Aromatics are highly stable compound so it's oxidation stability can be lower than olefin?
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