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Catalytic cracking is a refining process that converts heavy hydrocarbons into lighter ones using a catalyst, primarily composed of silicon oxide and alumina, to enhance gasoline production. The process, which began commercial use in 1915, has evolved to utilize fluidized bed reactors for improved efficiency and higher octane ratings in gasoline. Modern FCC units operate continuously, processing significant volumes of crude oil to meet market demands for gasoline and other valuable products.
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