Chemistry
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Medium
Question
The compound which is added to leaded gasoline to save engine from lead oxide and lead sulphate deposits is__________________?
A
Ethylene iodide
B
Ethylene bromide
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C
Ethylene chloride
D
Ethylene fluoride
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A
Ethylene iodide
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B
Ethylene bromide
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C
Ethylene chloride
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D
Ethylene fluoride
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Explanation
Ethylene bromide (ethylene dibromide) was historically added to leaded gasoline to react with lead deposits, forming volatile lead bromide that could be expelled through the exhaust, preventing engine buildup.
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