Petrochemical Feedstocks Overview
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What is the purpose of fractionating or distillation towers in the refining process of crude oil?

  • To chemically alter the compounds in the original oil
  • To separate crude oil into various fractions based on molecular weight (correct)
  • To convert separated fractions into product streams
  • To increase the boiling point of the crude oil

    • What happens as the vapour in the distillation column rises?

  • The vapour continues to rise as it bubbles through barrier trays (correct)
  • The liquid is heated to increase its molecular weight
  • The temperature drops above the boiling point of certain components
  • The vapour is immediately condensed into liquid phase

    • What is the initial purpose of the heat exchanger in the refining process?

  • To heat the crude oil efficiently before entering separation processes (correct)
  • To remove contaminants such as sulfur and carbon dioxide
  • To chemically alter the molecular structure of the compounds
  • To increase the exposure of crude oil to prolonged heat

    • Which products are typically recovered at the lowest temperatures during distillation?

    <p>Gasoline blending components and naphtha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does countercurrent flow play in the heat exchanger process?

    <p>It provides efficiencies in heating the crude oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of a petroleum refinery?

    <p>To maximize production of high demand products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hydrocarbon molecule is represented by three carbon atoms with eight hydrogen atoms attached?

    <p>Propane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the first processing stage in a refinery?

    <p>To separate fractions based on boiling point ranges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical product that can be produced by a crude oil refinery?

    <p>Synthetic fibres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the type of products that a crude oil refinery can produce?

    <p>The equipment installed during construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fractionation process occurs in the first stage of a refinery?

    <p>Separating fractions using temperature differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of steam purging in a refinery hydrocarbon unit?

    <p>To clean towers and associated equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does steam mixed with gas flow at the tip of a flare stack help with flare control?

    <p>Controls smoke and lessens environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diluent recovery units in a refinery processing heavy oil like bitumen?

    <p>To remove the naturally occurring light gas oil component</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In heavy oil upgrader operations, what happens to the residue stream from the atmospheric distillation tower?

    <p>Further separated into heavy vacuum gas oil and vacuum residue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final product from the upgrading facility in heavy oil upgrader operations?

    <p>Synthetic crude oils and coke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which unit in heavy oil upgrader operations removes sulfur and nitrogen by adding hydrogen?

    <p>Hydrotreaters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the hydrotreating process do in a heavy oil upgrader operation?

    <p>Remove sulfur and nitrogen by adding hydrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemicals are classified as olefins in the petrochemical industry?

    <p>Ethylene, propylene, butadiene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a waste heat recovery boiler in an oil refinery?

    <p>Provide heat for the fractionation process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of pressure for high-pressure steam systems in most refineries?

    <p>600-1500 psi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In an oil refinery, what is the function of atomizing steam?

    <p>Enhance combustion in furnaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of synthesis gas (Syngas) production in a refinery or petrochemical plant?

    <p>Produce base petrochemical feedstock chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of let-down stations in a steam system at a refinery?

    <p>Exhaust high pressure system to medium pressure system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does steam play in the fractionation process?

    <p>Provide heat for separating hydrocarbons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the common utility systems found in most refineries?

    <p>High pressure, low pressure, medium pressure steam systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is steam tracing essential in an oil refinery?

    <p>To ensure operations can continue in cold weather</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes olefins from aromatics in terms of chemical structure?

    <p>Doubly bonded carbons vs. methane reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

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