How could we modify the structure or composition of petroleum in order to make it a "better" gasoline?
I’m guessing my teacher is looking for a way so we can burn petroleum more efficiently and be able to use it for more things. At least that’s what I’m hoping he means…
April 19th, 2010 at 11:50 am
If the different hydrocarbon molecules used in gasoline are more branched it will increase the octane level of the gasoline.
April 19th, 2010 at 11:50 am
That depends on what you mean by "better"
Do you mean
1. Cheaper
2. More efficient buring
3. Cleaner burning
4. Improved odor
5 non-toxic
6 etc?…..
April 19th, 2010 at 11:50 am
"Better" in what way?
You could improve the refinement to remove more impurities and increase the octane, but then you’re also making it more expensive.