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Commercially available products such as Heet found at auto parts stores are one way.

Basically alcohol will combine with the water and allow it to "pass" through the fuel system into the combustion chamber where it will be burned. Another source is as close as your local drug store. Rubbing alcohol will produce similar results as "Heet", depending on price it may be the way to go. In a pinch the solution may be as close as your liquor cabinet .... however it may be the least cost effective and may cut into your fun :-).

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Why does only water cut off oxygen and not petrol when poured on fire?

Because petrol is a combustible substance. Water is inert.


What is the correct increasing order of evaporation of petrol alcohol kerosene water?

The correct increasing order of evaporation is: water, alcohol, kerosene, petrol. Water evaporates the fastest due to its low boiling point, followed by alcohol, kerosene, and then petrol, which has the highest boiling point.


Petrol can be separete with the water?

Yes, petrol and water can be separated using a process called gravity separation. Petrol, being less dense than water, will float on top of the water, allowing them to be easily separated. Alternatively, a specialized separation technique like distillation can also be used to separate petrol and water more effectively.


What happens when water is mixed with petrol and stirred?

When water is mixed with petrol and stirred, the two liquids do not form a homogeneous mixture due to their differing polarities; water is polar while petrol is non-polar. As a result, water and petrol will separate into distinct layers, with water settling at the bottom since it is denser than petrol. Any agitation will temporarily disperse the two, but they will quickly revert to separate layers once the stirring stops.


Why does petrol catch fire but not the water?

There are various ways to extinguish a petrol/gasoline/flammable liquid fire.Water is heavier than petrol and will just have the effect of spreading the fire, Petro-chem fires are nearly always extinguished with chemical foam which forms a blanket over the flames and cuts off the oxygen supply. The worst thing you can turn on a petrol fire is a hosepipe. But if you want to sell your Damaged extinguisher then halon.us is the best place for it.

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How do you separate sea water from petrol?

Although both are liquids, they are miscible and do not mix. So, it is possible to remove it by using a separation funnel, leaving petrol on top.


What will happen if water is used instead of petrol in a petrol or 4 stroke engine?

Nothing other than it will not run and you will then have to remove all the water from the fuel system. It will do no real damage as long as you do not let it set this way for a long period of time.


How do you remove petrol from a diesel tank?

its simple just vaccum all diesel and then use petrol


Is water heavier than petrol?

Yes, water is denser and heavier than petrol. One liter of water weighs about 1 kilogram, while one liter of petrol weighs approximately 0.75 kilograms.


How can I mix water into petrol?

It's not recommended for your vehicle, as it gives less for the engine to burn, as water is not flammable obviously. pour the water in to the petrol, or pour the petrol into the water. Shake, don't stir.


State the main constituents of petrol and their percent?

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What happens when you put petrol in a Volvo diesel engine?

What happens is you must remove the petrol immediately. Petrol or gasoline will destroy a diesel engine.


Does water float on petrol?

Yes - Oil is lighter than water. Petrol, or gasoline, floats on water because it is lighter that water.


What will happen when Petrol is mixed with water and stirred?

Petrol and water do not mix well as petrol is hydrophobic and repels water. When mixed and stirred, the two liquids will separate into distinct layers with petrol forming the upper layer due to its lower density.


What will happen if petrol is mixed with water and stirred?

Petrol and water do not mix as they have different densities and chemical properties. The two liquids will separate into distinct layers, with the petrol floating above the water due to its lower density. It is not a safe practice as mixing them can pose a fire hazard.


Can petrol and water mix?

No


Is petrol dangerous if you get it in your eyes?

If you have got petrol in your eyes, remove contact lenses, irrigate the affected eye with lukewarm water for at least 10 - 15 minutes and seek medical advice. This is quite serious and definatly seek medical advice!