Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Organic Chemistry And Petrochemicals (Section 1 - No. 48)

What is the name of the process used to convert long-chain alkanes into smaller, more valuable hydrocarbons, including alkenes?
Polymerization
Esterification
Cracking
Dehydration

Explanation

Cracking breaks down large alkane molecules into smaller, more useful molecules, including alkenes.

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