Category: petrol
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Synthetic Petrol
Definition of Synthetic Petrol Synthetic petrol, also known as synthetic gasoline or e-fuel, is a type of liquid fuel produced from non-petroleum sources, such as natural gas, coal, biomass, or even carbon dioxide captured from the air. Unlike conventional petrol, which is derived from crude oil, synthetic petrol is created through chemical processes that can…
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Petrol types and use
Petrol, also known as gasoline or gas, is a mixture of volatile, flammable liquid hydrocarbons derived from petroleum. It mostly used as fuel for internal-combustion engines1. It is also used as a solvent for oils and fats1. Petrol has different octane ratings, which indicate how well it resists burning too early inside the engine. The higher the…
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Petrol in crude oil: How many litres are there?
There are 60-70% of petrol in light crude oil. While only 40-50% in heavy crude1. In more details, every 159 litres barrel of heavy Crude oil produces the following: Introduction Crude oil, often referred to as “black gold,” is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons extracted from deep within the Earth’s crust. It’s a vital resource…
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How to save money on fuel by understanding petrol price cycles
If you are a driver in Australia, you may have noticed that petrol prices tend to fluctuate in a regular pattern. This is not a coincidence, but a result of deliberate pricing policies of petrol retailers. These policies create what are known as petrol price cycles, which are the consistent movement of prices up and…