Fractions
Chemistry: Edexcel IGCSE, topic 15.1.5
Uses of Different Fractions of Crude oil
Fractional distillation separates crude oil into simpler, more useful mixtures. Here are the different fractions and their uses.
Gases - domestic heating and cooking
Kerosene - fuel for aircraft
Petrol - fuel for cars
Diesel oil - fuel for some cars and trains
Fuel oil - fuel for large ships and power stations
Bitumen - surfacing roads and roofs
Test yourself on Fractions
Which of the fractions of crude oil is used as fuel for aircraft?