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Is paraffin an acid or an alkaline?

Paraffin is neither an acid nor an alkaline. It is a type of hydrocarbon wax typically derived from petroleum or shale oil and is chemically neutral.


Is paraffin wax an ester?

Paraffin wax is composed from solid hydrocarbons.


How is paraffin oil produced?

the basic formulla for paraffin is CnH(2n+2) They are stable, not attacked by sulphuric acid and other oxidising agent.


What can hydrofluoric acid be transported in?

Containers made of paraffin and poly(ethylene) and -(propylene).


Chemical eqution of nitric acid with paraffin?

The chemical equation for the reaction between nitric acid (HNO3) and a paraffin hydrocarbon like a saturated alkane is complex due to multiple possible reactions. Generally, nitric acid can react with paraffins to form nitrated organic compounds and release nitrogen oxides, which can further react with excess nitric acid to form more nitrated products. The specific reaction and products would depend on the conditions of the reaction (concentration, temperature, etc.) and the structure of the paraffin.


What are the examples of useful liquids and harmful liquids?

acido,clorox,paraffin,and insecticide.Enjoy!!!


Why paraffin oil used in instrument while knowing melting point of benzoic acid?

Paraffin oil is used in instruments as a lubricant due to its low viscosity and ability to reduce friction between moving parts. Although benzoic acid has a higher melting point compared to paraffin oil, it is not commonly used as a lubricant in instruments due to its acidic nature and potential reactivity with other materials.


Why paraffin is nonpolar?

Paraffin has covalent bonds.


How do you put PARAFFIN in a sentence?

I have made candles using paraffin wax. Paraffin oil is kerosene.


What is the composition of candle?

For Paraffin candles: mostly paraffin - which is a mixture of hydrocarbons ranging from about 20 to 40 carbons per molecule. For tallow candles: mostly fatty acids including Oleic acid (C18-1, ω-9), Palmitic acid (C16:0), and Stearic acid (C18:0).


What name is given to the process of 'breaking down the paraffin'?

The process of breaking down paraffin is called paraffin degradation. It involves breaking down the paraffin molecules into smaller components through chemical or biological means.


Provide examples of liquids which haves a high viscosity?

Examples of such liquids include, Honey, Sulphuric acid , Glycerin, paraffin oil and many others.