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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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Does petroleum jelly have gasoline in it?
No, petroleum jelly does not contain gasoline. Petroleum jelly is made from a mixture of mineral oils and waxes, while gasoline is a refined petroleum product used as fuel for engines.
Does Vaseline have petroleum in it?
Yes, Vaseline is a brand of petroleum jelly, and it does contain petroleum-derived ingredients. It is made from a combination of mineral oils and waxes, which are byproducts of the petroleum refining process.
Why isn't petroleum a mineral?
Petroleum is not a mineral because it is an organic substance derived from the remains of ancient plants and animals, while minerals are inorganic compounds with a crystalline structure formed in nature. Petroleum is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, whereas minerals are naturally occurring solid substances with a specific chemical composition.
What are two reasons why petroleum not a mineral?
Petroleum is not a mineral because it is organic in origin, coming from the remains of ancient plants and animals. Additionally, petroleum is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, while minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances with a specific chemical composition and crystal structure.
Two reasons why petroleum is not a mineral?
Petroleum is not a mineral because it is an organic substance formed from the decay of prehistoric plants and animals, while minerals are inorganic. Additionally, petroleum does not have a crystalline structure like minerals do, nor does it fit within the traditional definition of a mineral as a naturally occurring solid with a specific chemical composition.
Is petroleum a mineral?
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.
What is the streak luster hardness and crystal system of petroleum?
Petroleum is a liquid mixture of hydrocarbons. It does not have a streak luster, hardness, or crystal system as it is not a mineral but rather a naturally occurring substance derived from organic matter.
Is petroleum a mineral resource?
no. :]
Does petroleum jelly have gasoline in it?
No, petroleum jelly does not contain gasoline. Petroleum jelly is made from a mixture of mineral oils and waxes, while gasoline is a refined petroleum product used as fuel for engines.
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
Does Vaseline have petroleum in it?
Yes, Vaseline is a brand of petroleum jelly, and it does contain petroleum-derived ingredients. It is made from a combination of mineral oils and waxes, which are byproducts of the petroleum refining process.
Why isn't petroleum a mineral?
Petroleum is not a mineral because it is an organic substance derived from the remains of ancient plants and animals, while minerals are inorganic compounds with a crystalline structure formed in nature. Petroleum is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, whereas minerals are naturally occurring solid substances with a specific chemical composition.
What term describe natural nonliving material coal petroleum or mineral?
Both of these natural resources are non living. So I'm not sure.
