hydrocracker
/ˈhaɪdroʊˌkrækər/
noun
- A machine or industrial unit that breaks down large hydrocarbon molecules into smaller ones using heat, pressure, and hydrogen, used in oil refineries.
- The refinery invested millions of dollars to upgrade its hydrocracker.
- The new hydrocracker at the plant can process thousands of barrels of oil each day.
- Workers monitor the temperature inside the hydrocracker to ensure safe operation.