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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Steam

Energy; Coal

Water in vapour form; used as the working fluid in steam turbines and heating systems. Also see District heat .

Vehicle identification number (VIN)

Energy; Coal

A set of codes, usually alphanumeric characters, assigned to a vehicle at the factory and inscribed on the vehicle. When decoded, the VIN provides vehicle characteristics. The VIN is used to help ...

Paraffinic hydrocarbons

Energy; Coal

Straight-chain hydrocarbon compounds with the general formula CnH2n+2.

Refinery and blender net production

Energy; Coal

Liquefied refinery gases, and finished petroleum products produced at a refinery or petroleum storage terminal blending facility. Net production equals gross production minus gross inputs. Negative ...