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A mineral needs to be inorganic (no carbon in it and petroleum DEFINITELY has carbon) and a mineral also needs to be a solid and have a crystal structure, which only solids have. A2-out of curiosity and to learn more, I looked up "mineral" in Wikipedia. Certainly it should be a solid, crystalline, and have a defined chemical composition. Thus mixtures of minerals as often found are excluded, at least until separated. Interestingly, the Wiki article does mention organic minerals including hydrocarbons! A complication is that the term "mineral oil" is often used to describe liquids obtained from crude oil. These come under a separate Wikipedia heading for Mineral Oils. However it appears to strictly be a misnomer, some other name such as "Natural Non-Vegetable Oils" might be better but the present use of the term Mineral Oil is probably too well established.
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Why isn't petroleum a mineral?
It's not a mineral because it's not a solid.
What are two reasons why petroleum not a mineral?
not a solid and and organic
Two reasons why petroleum is not a mineral?
One reason is that it is liquid while minerals are always solid. The another reason is that it came from organic materials.
What dilutes bitumen?
Any light petroleum solvent will work. Roofers generally use mineral spirits - it's reasonably priced and easy to get.An adequate solvent can be also carbon disulfide (CS2).
Does marvel mystery oil contain alcohol?
Not exactly. According to the MSDS, the 3 volatile ingredients are: Mineral Spirits, Naptha, and Chlorinated Hydrocarbons. The first two are petroleum based.
Is petroleum a mineral?
no. :]
Is petroleum a mineral resource?
no. :]
What can be considered a mineral resource petroleum or coal or ice or water?
petroleum
What is Ecuador's major mineral export?
Petroleum is the major mineral export.
Why isn't petroleum a mineral?
It's not a mineral because it's not a solid.
What is the streak luster hardness and crystal system of petroleum?
Petroleum is not a mineral and does not possess these characteristics.
What are two reasons why petroleum not a mineral?
not a solid and and organic
What California mineral is used to make electrical equipment?
It's petroleum
Petroleum is the major mineral export from this sub saharan Africa?
Nigeria
What are the mineral resources found in US?
coal, petroleum, lead, and silver
What term describe natural nonliving material coal petroleum or mineral?
Both of these natural resources are non living. So I'm not sure.
What are some industries in turkey?
Petroleum, Machinery, Mineral Mining and Processing. There are more.
