In Hydrofining catalytic desulphurisation process for sweetening of
petroleum products, use of hydrogen
(A) Enhances the desulphurisation process
(B) Minimises coke formation
(C) Both (A) and (B)
(D) Neither (A) nor (B

1 Answer

Answer :

(C) Both (A) and (B)

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