Chemical Engineering - Petroleum Refinery Engineering

6.
Which of the following is used as a solvent in deasphalting of petroleum products ?
Furfural
Propane
Methyl ethyl ketone
Liquid sulphur dioxide
Answer: Option
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7.
Penetration test determines the __________ of the grease.
stiffness
lubricating properties (e.g. oilness)
service temperature
variation in viscosity with temperature
Answer: Option
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8.
The reservoir rock containing petroleum has
low porosity
high permeability
high porosity
both (b) and (c)
Answer: Option
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9.
Fuel oil is subjected to visbreaking to reduce its
pour point
viscosity
pressure drop on pumping
all (a), (b) and (c)
Answer: Option
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10.
Which is the most desirable component of a good quality kerosene ?
i-paraffins
Aromatics
n-paraffins
Naphthenes
Answer: Option
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