Petrol

Petrol

a naturally occurring, flammable liquid consisting of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons of various molecular weights and other liquid organic compounds, that are found in geologic formations beneath the Earth's surface. A fossil fuel, it is formed when large quantities of dead organisms, usually zooplankton and algae, are buried underneath sedimentary rock and undergo intense heat and pressure.

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Metallurgical coal (or coking coal)

Energy; Coal

A grade of coal that meets the requirements for making coke. It must have a low ash and sulphur content and form a coke that is capable of supporting the charge of iron ore and limestone in a blast ...

Pulverised coal

Energy; Coal

A coal that has been crushed to a fine dust in a grinding mill. It is blown into the combustion zone of a furnace and burns very rapidly and efficiently.

Distribution provider (electric)

Energy; Coal

Provides and operates the ¿wires¿ between the transmission system and the end-use customer. For those end-use customers who are served at transmission voltages, the Transmission Owner also serves as ...