Petrol

Petrol

a naturally occurring, flammable liquid consisting of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons of various molecular weights and other liquid organic compounds, that are found in geologic formations beneath the Earth's surface. A fossil fuel, it is formed when large quantities of dead organisms, usually zooplankton and algae, are buried underneath sedimentary rock and undergo intense heat and pressure.

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modules

Energy; Coal

Photovoltaic cells or an assembly of cells into panels (modules) intended for and shipped for final consumption orto another organization for resale. When exported, incomplete modules and ...

halogen lamp

Energy; Coal

A type of incandescent lamp that lasts much longer and is more efficient than the common incandescent lamp. The lamp uses a halogen gas, usually iodine or bromine, that causes the evaporating ...

machine drive (motors)

Energy; Coal

The direct process end use in which thermal or electric energy is converted into mechanical energy. Motors are found in almost every process in manufacturing. Therefore, when motors are found in ...

interdepartmental service (electric)

Energy; Coal

Interdepartmental service includes amounts charged by the electric department at tariff or other specified rates for electricity supplied by it to other utility departments.

moist (coal) basis

Energy; Coal

Moist coal contains its natural inherent or bed moisture, but does not include water adhering to the surface. Coal analyses expressed on a moist basis are performed or adjusted so as to describe the ...

halogenated substances

Energy; Coal

A volatile compound containing halogens, such as chlorine, fluorine or bromine.

made available (vehicle)

Energy; Coal

A vehicle is considered "Made available" if it is available for delivery to dealers or users, whether or not it was actually delivered to them. To be "Made available", the vehicle must be completed ...