Question

gasoline

1. what is the other name for gasoline? petroleum
2. where does petroleum oil come from?
3. why does gasoline need to be refined?
4. what other products come from refining petroleum oil?

Explanation:

1. Gasoline is also known as petrol. Petroleum is a broader - term for crude oil from which gasoline is refined.
2. Petroleum oil comes from the remains of ancient marine organisms that were subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.
3. Gasoline needs to be refined to remove impurities, separate it into different fractions with desired properties, and to meet the quality standards for use in engines.
4. Other products from refining petroleum oil include diesel fuel, jet fuel, lubricating oils, asphalt, and various petrochemicals like plastics and synthetic fibers.

Answer:

1. Petrol
2. Remains of ancient marine organisms transformed by heat and pressure over millions of years.
3. To remove impurities, separate into fractions, and meet quality standards for engines.
4. Diesel fuel, jet fuel, lubricating oils, asphalt, petrochemicals for plastics and synthetic fibers.