Bot, Give two uses for each of the various distillates or fractions of petroleum
Sure, here are two uses for each of the various distillates or fractions of petroleum:
1. Gasoline:
- Fuel for cars, trucks, and other vehicles.
- Used as a solvent in various industries (e.g. for cleaning and degreasing).
2. Diesel:
- Fuel for diesel engines that power heavy-duty vehicles such as trucks, buses, and locomotives.
- Used as a heating fuel in homes, buildings, and industries.
3. Jet fuel:
- Fuel for aircraft.
- Used as a heating fuel in remote areas and as a backup fuel for power generation.
4. Kerosene:
- Fuel for lamps, stoves, and heaters.
- Used as a solvent in various industries.
5. Heating oil:
- Fuel typically used in boilers to heat homes and buildings.
- Used as a backup fuel for power generation.
6. Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG):
- Fuel for cooking, heating, and vehicles.
- Used as a feedstock for various industries (e.g. for plastics production).
7. Asphalt:
- Used to pave roads, highways, and airport runways.
- Used as a waterproofing agent for roofing and other construction materials.