Catalytic Cracking

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-004328",
  "term": "Catalytic Cracking",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The refining process of breaking down the larger, heavier, and more complex hydrocarbon molecules into simpler and lighter molecules. Catalytic cracking is accomplished by the use of a catalytic agent and is an effective process for increasing the yield of gasoline from crude oil. Catalytic cracking processes fresh feeds and recycled feeds.\n\n2. The process of breaking up heavier hydrocarbon molecules into lighter hydrocarbon fractions by use of heat and catalysts.",
  "references": [
    "DOE Energy Information Administration Glossary",
    "DOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration Petroleum Refining Process at https://www.osha.gov/dts/osta/otm/otm_iv/otm_iv_2.html#3"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/catalytic-cracking/"
}