Chemistry A-Level
balanced cracking equations
What balanced cracking equations means in Chemistry A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of balanced cracking equations
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Equations must balance exactly, with carbon and hydrogen atoms tallying on both sides.
Topics that use balanced cracking equations
- Modification of alkanes by cracking (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- short residence time
- alkene products
- alkene rich products
- aromatic hydrocarbons
- breaking C–C bonds
- high temperature and pressure
- motor fuels
- slight pressure and high temperature
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