What is the process of breaking down large hydrocarbon molecules into smaller ones called?
A
Distillation
B
Reforming
C
Cracking
D
Polymerization
Correct Answer: Option C — Cracking
Explanation:
Cracking is a petrochemical process that breaks down large, heavy hydrocarbon molecules into smaller, more useful ones like gasoline and alkenes, typically using heat, pressure, or catalysts to break carbon-carbon bonds.