Which of the following statements best explains cracking ? It is a process

A.

in which an alkene adds on itself repeatedly to form long chain polymers

B.

in which large hydrocarbon molecules are broken into smaller units

C.

for measuring theoctane number of petrol

D.

in which carbon chain results in a zigzag arrangement

E.

in which aromatic hydrocarbons are produced

Correct answer is B

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