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kerosene, also kerosine
An oily liquid obtained in the distilling of gasoline in a temperature range from 174-288 degree C. A hydrocarbon of specific gravity of 0.747 to 0.775. Used as fuel for some internal combustion engines, heating equipment, and illuminating purposes. A heavy grade known as range oil is used for cooking and heating.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Energy
- Category: Natural gas
- Company: AGA
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