lead tetra-ethyl Pb(C2H5)4
Petrol is a compound, not an element. It is made up of a mixture of hydrocarbons, primarily containing carbon and hydrogen atoms.
Lead is no longer added to petrol because it added to both air pollution and general health risks. It used to be added for help in maintaining the general "health" of an engine's valves as well as reducing engine knocking.
The antiknock value of petrol, often measured by its octane rating, indicates the fuel's ability to resist engine knocking or pinging during combustion. Higher octane ratings signify better resistance to knocking, allowing for more efficient and powerful engine performance. Common octane ratings for petrol are 87 (regular), 89 (mid-grade), and 91-94 (premium), with higher-rated fuels typically used in high-performance engines. This characteristic is crucial for optimizing engine efficiency and longevity.
they are quite different.. ethanol is an alcohol ..C2H5-OH while octane is a hydrocarbon... C8H18 . octane is an important part of petrol . similarity is that , ethanol also may be used as petrol (in combination) it is also known as Bio- fuel...
Petrol contain a huge number of organic compounds.
'Knocking' in petrol engines is caused by petrols low flashpoint - its high combustibility. The octane rating is too low for the compression.
The main chemical compound present in petrol is hydrocarbons, specifically alkanes such as octane (C8H18). These hydrocarbons burn easily to provide energy for engines.
Tetraethyl lead was historically used in petrol as an octane booster to prevent engine knocking and improve performance. However, it is highly toxic and has harmful environmental effects, leading to its phase-out in many countries in favor of other additives like ethanol or MTBE.
The majority is N2 since air is 78% of the other gasses in the exhaust from petrol engines. Hydrogen forms water H2O, which depending on the combustions of the engine.
petrol does not last forever
Petrol is a compound, not an element. It is made up of a mixture of hydrocarbons, primarily containing carbon and hydrogen atoms.
WHAT ARE THE BASIC PARTS OF PETROL ENGINE? HOW DOES PETROL ENGINE WORKS?
RON 95 refers to the octane rating of petrol (gasoline) in many countries, indicating its resistance to knocking or pinging during combustion. A higher RON value, like 95, suggests better performance and efficiency for modern engines, especially in high-compression vehicles. This rating helps consumers choose the appropriate fuel for their vehicles to optimize performance and prevent engine damage.
Lead is no longer added to petrol because it added to both air pollution and general health risks. It used to be added for help in maintaining the general "health" of an engine's valves as well as reducing engine knocking.
tetraethy lead
it could be for the spark plug, petrol engines dont need glow plugs, diesel engines do
Yes indeed! The lead compound added to petrol inhibited knocking in the engine under load. The lead also would deposit in tiny amounts on the engine valve shafts, making them tighter in their cylinders, hence reducing oil leakage and smoking. Due to health risks of engine exhausts, other ways were developed to inhibit knocking.