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Hydrocarbons originate from organic matter, such as plants and animals, that have been buried and subjected to high pressure and temperature over millions of years.

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What are the properties of hydrocarbon?

Some of the physical properties of hydrocarbons include the fact that hydrocarbons are non-reactive and are soluble in water. Hydrocarbons are able to burn over a flame and will produce water and carbon dioxide when reacting with oxygen. Most hydrocarbons are less dense than water and are able to float on water. Hydrocarbons are non-polar and will react with bromine and potassium under certain circumstances.


Where do hydrocarbons end up?

Hydrocarbons can end up in the environment when they are released during production, transportation, or use. They can contaminate soil, water, and air, leading to environmental damage. Additionally, hydrocarbons are major components of fossil fuels, which are burned for energy and release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.


What is A mixture of hydrocarbons occurring with petroleum deposits?

You can think of petroleum deposits AS a mixture of hydrocarbons. One such mixture which we process and purify is gasoline!


Does the burning of hydrocarbons does not cause pollution?

No, the burning of hydrocarbons does cause pollution. When hydrocarbons are burned, they release carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change, as well as other pollutants like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides that can harm human health and the environment.


A combination of carbon and hydrogen?

Comination of Hydrogen and Carbon affords Hydrocarbons. The hydrocarbon simplest is Methane, others are Ethane, Propane Ethene, Butane etc. Giving the names of all hydrocarbons here is not possible because there are huge number of hydrocarbons in the world. But I can give names of some higher hydrocarbons = Decane, Undecane, Squalane, etc.