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What is the common name for a mixture of alkane hydrocarbons?
There are at least four common names for such mixtures: kerosene, gasoline, diesel fuel, and petroleum ether. Since the common names are not pure chemical compounds and may contain some materials that are not alkanes, these common names preferably are not used in chemistry.
Is petroleum the other name for crude oil?
No, not actually. Crude oil is one type of petroleum. Petroleum is a common term for the liquid (crude oil), gaseous (natural gas), and viscous or solid forms (bitumen and asphalt).
Is petroleum a type of fossil fuel?
Petroleum is one of three most common fossil fuels. Oil Coal Petroleum
Why is it called petroleum jelly when it is made with petrolatum and not some oil?
Petroleum jelly is made from petrolatum, a mixture of hydrocarbons derived from petroleum. The name "petroleum jelly" comes from the fact that it is derived from petroleum, not necessarily from being an actual jelly made from oil.
Another name for oil?
Petroleum
What is another name for a liquid used to make gasoline with the word pet in it?
Petroleum
What resource does Mexico Ecuador and Venezuela have in common?
Oil (petroleum)
What is scientific name of petroleum?
The scientific name for petroleum is not a single name, as it is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons. However, it is often referred to in terms of its main component, which is alkanes, with the general formula CnH2n+2. Additionally, petroleum can be categorized based on its properties as crude oil, which does not have a specific scientific name. The term "petroleum" itself is derived from Latin, meaning "rock oil."
Is petroleum another name for oil?
Yes
Is petrol a common noun?
Yes, petrol is a material noun. Petrol (petroleum) is used to make plastics.
How is petroleum used to make common objects?
It part of the substances used to make things.
Is there a difference between vaseline and petroleum jelly?
no vaseline is brand name of petroleum jelly
