Expalin the uses of common hydrocarbons in our daily life?
Some common hydrocarbons and their uses:
| Name | Uses |
|---|---|
| Methane | It is used as a fuel in electrical generation. Produces less amount of carbon dioxide. |
| Propane | It is used for heating and cooking |
| Butane | It is used in lighters and also in aerosol cans |
| Pentane | Generally it is used as solvents in the laboratory and in the production of polystyrene. |
| Hexane | It is used to produce in glue for shoes, leather products, etc |
| Heptane | It is the major component of gasoline. |
| Octane | It is used in gasoline that reduces knock |
| Nonane | It is the component of fuel Example:Diesel |
| Decane | It is also a component of gasoline |