Glossary
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Kerosene
Kinematic condition
Kerosene
Kerosene consists of hydrocarbon compounds and is predominantly used as jet engine fuel. It is distilled from petroleum and has a strong odor which is attributable to the low sulphur content of 0.2 to 0.3%. One liter of kerosene weighs approx. 800 g.
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