Answer to Question #163465 in General Chemistry for Asma

Question

Q1 Describe the process of catalytic reforming in the petroleum industry. 

Your answer must include:

1. A balanced chemical equation, physical states included and reaction conditions stated. 

2. Examples of a product formed from catalytic reforming (in petroleum refining) and its use. 

Answer 1

Q1)Catalytic reforming is a chemical process used to convert petroleum refinery naphthas distilled from crude oil (typically having low octane ratings) into high-octane liquid products called reformates, which are premium blending stocks for high-octane gasoline.