are larger hydrocarbons more or less viscous than smaller hydrocarbons

Hydrocarbons National 4 Chemistry Revision BBC. Weblower viscosity (they flow more easily) higher flammability (they ignite more easily) This means that in general hydrocarbons with small molecules make better fuels than hydrocarbons with large.

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WebSomewhat larger hydrocarbons, while still liquid, are more viscous and have higher boiling points, and are used as kerosene and motor oil. Mineral oil (‘baby oil’) is also composed of alkanes in this group; petroleum jelly.

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