Chemistry · Hydrocarbons
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Which of the following is not a mixture of hydrocarbons?
- A
Candle wax
- B
Kerosine oil
- C
Paraffin oil
- D
Vegetable ghee
Vegetable ghee may also contain fatty acids and triglycerides, which are not hydrocarbons since they contain oxygen as well.
Candle wax is composed of paraffin, which is a hydrocarbon. Hence, this option is incorrect.
Kerosene oil is also composed of hydrocarbons; hence, this option is incorrect.
Paraffin oil also has paraffin, which is a hydrocarbon. Hence, this option is incorrect.
Vegetable ghee contains fatty acids and triglycerides. They are not hydrocarbons, since they also contain oxygen. Hence, this option is correct.
Tagged under Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · 2021