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.

Industry: Energy

Add a new term

Contributors in Petrol

Become a Contributors

Petrol

Holding pond

Energy; Coal

A structure built to contain large volumes of liquid waste to ensure that it meets environmental requirements prior to release.

Maximum demand

Energy; Coal

The greatest of all demands of the load that has occurred within a specified period of time.

Langley

Energy; Coal

A unit or measure of solar radiation; 1 calorie per square centimetre or 3.69 Btu per square foot.

Horizontal axis wind turbine

Energy; Coal

The most common type of wind turbine where the axis of rotation is oriented horizontally. Also see Wind turbine.

Maximum dependable capacity, net

Energy; Coal

The gross electrical output measured at the output terminals of the turbine generator(s) during the most restrictive seasonal conditions, less the station service load.