Naphtha: meaning, definitions and examples

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naphtha

 

[ หˆnafฮธษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemical compound

Naphtha refers to a flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixture that is distilled from petroleum or coal tar. It is primarily used as a solvent, in the production of gasoline, and as a feedstock in the petrochemical industry. Naphtha has a wide range of applications in different industries, including paint, varnish, and chemical manufacturing. Due to its volatility and flammability, it must be handled with care. Naphtha can be categorized into various types based on its boiling point and composition.

Synonyms

light oil, petroleum distillate, solvent

Examples of usage

  • The company uses naphtha as a key ingredient in their products.
  • Naphtha is a common solvent in the paint industry.
  • During the refining process, naphtha is produced from crude oil.
  • Engineers must consider the properties of naphtha in their designs.

Translations

Translations of the word "naphtha" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nafta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเฅˆเคชเฅเคฅเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Naphtha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ naphta

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐั„ั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nafta

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŠใƒ•ใ‚ต

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท naphta

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nafta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nafta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‚˜ํ”„ํƒ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุงูุซุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nafta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nafta

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Ÿณ่„‘ๆฒน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nafta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nafta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะฐั„ั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒคแƒ—แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nafta

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nafta

Etymology

The term 'naphtha' comes from the Ancient Greek word 'ฮฝฮฑฯ†ฮธฮฌ' (naphthรก), which referred to a type of oil or liquid. The use of naphtha can be traced back to ancient civilizations where it was utilized for various purposes, including fuel and medicinal applications. In the Middle Ages, naphtha was often used in alchemical experiments due to its flammable properties. The modern understanding of naphtha began to take shape during the 19th century with the rise of the petroleum industry. As refineries developed and expanded, naphtha became a significant byproduct of the distillation process. Today, its applications continue to evolve with advancements in technology and industrial practices.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,077, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.