The separation technique used to obtain different fractions from petroleum is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The separation technique used to obtain different fractions from petroleum is:
A. Filtration
B. Sublimation
C. Fractional distillation
D. Simple distillation
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Petroleum is a mixture of hydrocarbons with close boiling points. Fractional distillation uses a fractionating column to separate them efficiently based on repeated condensation–vaporization cycles. Simple distillation cannot separate liquids with boiling point difference less than 25 K effectively. Filtration and sublimation are not applicable.

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