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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following fractions of coal-tar distillation contains benzene?
Options
A Light oil
Correct Answer
B Middle oil
C Heavy oil
D Anthracene oil
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Benzene is obtained from the light oil fraction of coal-tar distillation (boiling range up to 170°C).

Hint

Which fraction contains benzene?

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