NTA Abhyas JEE Main2020ChemistryEnvironmental ChemistryPractice
Which of the following compounds is used in anti-knock compositions to prevent the deposition of oxides of lead on spark plug, combustion chamber and exhaust pipe?
Options
- ABenzene
- BGlycol
- C1, 2-Dibromoethane
- DGlycerol
Correct answer
C. 1, 2-Dibromoethane
Step-by-step solution
1, 2-dibromoethane compound is used in antiknock compositions to prevent lead from being deposited in the cylinder head. It is sufficiently volatile and can be removed with the exhaust gas from the exhaust pipe.