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The thermal decomposition of alkanes in ...

The thermal decomposition of alkanes in the absence of air is known as -

A

Cracking

B

Oxidation

C

Combustion

D

Hydrogenation

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The correct Answer is:
A
Cracking is the breakdown of a large alkane into smaller, more useful alkanes and alkenes
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