Question

Write some important uses of the various constituents of petroleum.

Answer 1

Uses of the various constituents of petroleum:

1. Petroleum gas in liquid form (LPG) is used as a domestic fuel for cooking.
2. Petrol is used as fuel for lighter vehicles (bikes and some cars).
3. Kerosene is used as fuel for stoves and lamps and in jet aircrafts.
4. Diesel is used as fuel for heavy vehicles (trucks, lorries and some cars) and in electric generators.
5. Lubricating oil is used for lubrication.
6. Paraffin wax is used in ointments, candles, vaseline, etc.
7. Bitumen is used in paints and road surfacing.