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paraffin
Definition
A liquid mixture consisting mainly of alkane hydrocarbons, used as an aircraft fuel, in domestic heaters, and as an solvent.
Broader Terms
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alkanes
Italian
paraffina
Theme
industry
Date of creation
07-Mar-2013
Accepted term
07-Mar-2013
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ARK
ark:/99152/t3n326yywze68o
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