Chemical Engineering - Petroleum Refinery Engineering - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Petroleum Refinery Engineering - Section 7 (Q.No. 3)
3.
Tetra-ethyl lead is added in gasoline to
increase its smoke point.
reduce gum formation.
reduce the pour point.
increase its octane number.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Ranjeet said:   4 years ago
In the early 20th century, automotive manufacturers were searching for a chemical that would reduce engine knock.

In 1921, automotive engineers working for General Motors discovered that tetraethyl lead (better known as a lead) provided octane to gasoline, preventing engine knock.

Gautam kumar said:   4 years ago
I think the answer is incorrect because it is used in petrol to increase its cetane number.

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