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The refinery is burning "offgas" or lighter components such as methane, ethane, propane, and butane that are trapped in the crude oil as it enters the refinery. Many refineries today use these components as fuel for heaters and other processes and/or sell these gaseous products in the form of LPG. This requires a large centrifugal compressor which is a very high capitol cost, which is why some refineries still burn the gas in flares.
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How do you separate oil from a mixture of oil and chloroform?
spin it out! - Oil will come to the top
Why dont you put water on an oil fire?
Oil is usually lighter than the water, and would float on top of it and still continue to burn. And sometimes, adding cold water causes a very powerful blast of the fuel. You should know that you should never add even a drop of water onto hot oil in a frying pan; this is the same thing. The water causes the fuel to splattering, thus spreading the fire and making it burn more intensely.
Can lightning ignite crude oil on the top of sea water?
No, lightning is not typically strong enough to ignite crude oil on the surface of the sea. The high water content of the oil would prevent it from catching fire even if struck by lightning.
What country does palm oil come from?
Palm oil is primarily produced in countries located in tropical regions, with Indonesia and Malaysia being the two top producers globally. Other countries such as Thailand, Nigeria, and Colombia also produce significant amounts of palm oil.
What is the top oil producing country in Africa?
Nigeria (Production: 2,352,000 bbl/day)
Why is there fire on top of oil rigs?
Fire on top of oil rigs occurs to burn off the natural gas if it is not economically feasible to capture it.
How do you separate oil from a mixture of oil and chloroform?
spin it out! - Oil will come to the top
Can you start water on fire?
yes if you pour gasoline on the top the gas is an oil, and will stay on the top of the water once the gasoline burns out, so will the fire
Will mineral oil catch on fire if a lit floating candle is placed on top of the mineral oil?
yes it can
Where is the oil filter on a kia borrego?
on the top rear of the engine near the fire wall.
Why should you throw bakin soda on top of a fire cooking oil in the kitchen?
what the feck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!damp towel in water and place over oil fire!!!!!!!!fire outproblem over!Bakin soda!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! bip_shit way to deal with it!!!!!!!!!
How does oil catch fire on water?
Oil can catch fire on water due to the high temperatures that burning oil can reach. When oil is spilled or leaked onto water, it can create a large surface area, allowing it to ignite more easily. The heat from the flames causes the oil to vaporize, creating a flammable layer on top of the water that can sustain a fire.
When fires are caused by oil why can they not be extinguished by water?
Fires caused by oil cannot be extinguished by water because oil is less dense than water and floats on top of it. When water is used on an oil fire, it can spread the fire by carrying the burning oil with it and causing the fire to become more intense. Additionally, the high temperatures of an oil fire can cause the water to vaporize quickly, creating steam that can disperse the burning oil and make the fire harder to control.
How does a fire triangle put a fire out?
It tells you the elements of a fire, therefore it will help the easiest way to put out a fire. The 3 elements are: Oxygen, Heat and fuel. An example: A chip pan fire using oil. Foam extinguisher, as the foam sits on top of the oil, cutting off the oxygen.
Where is the oil filter on a 1992 Isuzu trooper?
passenger side of motor, top, in front of fire wall
Why must water be used to put out oil fires?
Oil and water do not mix. Therefore if a fire starts, throw flour or baking soda over it to stop the fire. If you add water, the fire will most likely spread out since water will spread the fire out more.
What happens when you mix water and fire with oil?
The oil and water would separate (oil is lighter than water, thus it would float upon the water) Therefore the oil could catch fire and burn until it was all burned without the water putting it out
