ScienceClass 8CBSE
Q
Write some important uses of the various constituents of petroleum.
A
Soln:
Constituents of Petroleum are petroleum gas, petrol, diesel, kerosene, lubricating oil, paraffin wax and Bitumen.
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Constituents of petroleum |
Uses |
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Petroleum Gas (LPG) |
Fuel for home and industry |
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Petrol |
Used as fuel for light automobiles. |
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Kerosene |
Fuel for lamps, stoves and jet aircrafts |
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Diesel |
Used as fuel for large automobiles and electric generators |
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Lubricating oil |
Used as lubricant for engines |
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Paraffin wax |
Used in preparation of Ointments, candles, vaseline etc. |
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Bitumen |
Used in preparation of Paints, road surfacing |