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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Optional delivery commitment

Energy; Coal

A provision to allow the conditional purchase or sale of a specific quantity of material in addition to the firm quantity in the contract.

Railroad locomotive

Energy; Coal

Self-propelled vehicle that runs on rails and is used for moving railroad cars.

Solar spectrum

Energy; Coal

The total distribution of electromagnetic radiation emanating from the sun. The different regions of the solar spectrum are described by their wavelength range. The visible region extends from about ...

Underground storage injections

Energy; Coal

Gas from extraneous sources put into underground storage reservoirs.

Order

Energy; Coal

A ruling issued by a utility commission granting or denying an application in whole or in part. The order explains the basis for the decision, noting any dispute with the factual assertions of the ...

Railroad use

Energy; Coal

Sales to railroads for any use, including that used for heating buildings operated by railroads.

Solar thermal collector

Energy; Coal

A device designed to receive solar radiation and convert it to thermal energy. Normally, a solar thermal collector includes a frame, glazing, and an absorber, together with appropriate insulation. ...