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Consider the following reaction equation: C\(_{16}\)H\(_{34}\) → C\(_5\)H\(_{12}\) + C\(_{11}\)H\(_{22}\). The process represented by the...

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Consider the following reaction equation: C\(_{16}\)H\(_{34}\) → C\(_5\)H\(_{12}\) + C\(_{11}\)H\(_{22}\). The process represented by the equation is

  • A. cracking
  • B. fermentation
  • C. polymerization
  • D. reforming
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation

In the reaction, a complex hydrocarbon is broken down into two simpler hydrocarbons. This is cracking.

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