Which of the following statements are correct ? (i) Decomposition reaction of higher alkanes into smaller fragments by the application of heat is called pyrolysis. (ii) Pyrolysis and cracking are different processes. (iii) Dodecane on pyrolysis gives a mixture of heptane and pentene. (iv) Pyrolysis follows free radical mechanism.

Question

Which of the following statements are correct ? (i) Decomposition reaction of higher alkanes into smaller fragments by the application of heat is called pyrolysis. (ii) Pyrolysis and cracking are different processes. (iii) Dodecane on pyrolysis gives a mixture of heptane and pentene. (iv) Pyrolysis follows free radical mechanism. (A) (i), (ii) and (iii) (B) (i), (ii) and (iv) (C) (i), (iii) and (iv) (D) (ii)and(iv)

Tardigrade Admin · Accepted Answer

Pyrolysis and cracking are same process.