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The chemical added to leaded petrol to prevent the deposition of lead in the combustion chamber is:

A

Iso-octane

B

Ethylene dibromide

C

Tetraethyl lead

D

Mercaptan

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The correct Answer is:
B
Ethylene dibromide reacts with lead residues to generate lead bromides, thereby preventing fouling of engine.
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