Catalytic hydrocracking

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001725",
  "term": "Catalytic hydrocracking",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A refining process that breaks down large hydrocarbon molecules into smaller, more valuable ones by reacting them with hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst. This process reduces the molecular weight of heavy petroleum fractions, producing lighter products like gasoline and jet fuel. It typically operates under high pressure and elevated temperatures.",
  "subject": "Physical and Biophysical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "catalyst"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1976, 46, 71. 'Manual of Symbols and Terminology for Physicochemical Quantities and Units - Appendix II. Definitions, Terminology and Symbols in Colloid and Surface Chemistry. Part II: Heterogeneous Catalysis' on page 86 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac197646010071)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/catalytic-hydrocracking/"
}