Implications of Obtaining and Using Hydrocarbons (HSC SSCE Chemistry): Quizzes
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Why is crude oil classified as a non-renewable resource?
Why is crude oil classified as a non-renewable resource?
It takes millions of years to form
In fractional distillation, where do substances with higher boiling points condense?
In fractional distillation, where do substances with higher boiling points condense?
At lower, hotter levels of the tower
What type of catalyst is typically used in catalytic cracking?
What type of catalyst is typically used in catalytic cracking?
Zeolites
What is a key difference between thermal and catalytic cracking?
What is a key difference between thermal and catalytic cracking?
Thermal cracking uses no catalyst
How many sea birds were killed in the Exxon Valdez oil spill of 1989?
How many sea birds were killed in the Exxon Valdez oil spill of 1989?
Over 250,000
What was the emission reduction target for the Kyoto Protocol's second commitment period (2013-2020)?
What was the emission reduction target for the Kyoto Protocol's second commitment period (2013-2020)?
18% below 1990 levels
What happens to ocean pH when atmospheric increases according to Le Chatelier's principle?
What happens to ocean pH when atmospheric increases according to Le Chatelier's principle?
pH decreases (more acidic)
How much can post-combustion capture reduce from power station emissions?
How much can post-combustion capture reduce from power station emissions?
Up to 85%
Which plastic identification codes do most councils accept for kerbside recycling?
Which plastic identification codes do most councils accept for kerbside recycling?
Codes 1, 2, and 4
What percentage of plastic packaging do Australians currently recycle?
What percentage of plastic packaging do Australians currently recycle?
Approximately 23%