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QuizMultiple Choice

Properties and Uses of Saturated Hydrocarbons — Quiz

Question 6 • Chemistry

Why do thicker lubricating oils have higher melting points?

Answer
A
They have longer chains of carbons.
B
Unsaturated hydrocarbons have a higher density than saturated hydrocarbons.
C
Higher density always means higher melting point.
D
Thicker oils are more solid than liquid, so they have another phase change to complete.
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