Which one of the following is known as cetane?

  1. A. Hexadecane
  2. B. Heptadecane
  3. C. Octadecane
  4. D. Nonadecane

Correct Answer: A. Hexadecane

Explanation

Cetane is the common or trivial name for hexadecane (C_{16}H_{34}), which is used as the prime reference fuel for determining the cetane number of diesel.

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