Articles related to "Hydrocarbon"

The origin of Developmental Disabilities such as Autism is unclear; however, one possible factor is air pollution arising from sources such as AstroTurf and fuel exhaust.

Scientists are now trying to determine whether the source of methane gas on Mars is biological or geological. Several geological processes can produce methane.

A rather lengthy missive about a 1995 Mazda Millenia that has high NOx and hydrocarbon emissions. And look for an interesting use for a banana...

Alkanes are compounds consisting of linear carbon atoms connected by single bonds. They can exist as straight chains or with their carbon atoms linked to form rings.

Unlike alkanes, alkene molecules have at least one instance of a carbon-carbon double bond. This article explains how to name linear (straight chain) alkenes.

The United States gets about 92% of its energy from oil, natural gas and coal.

Alkanes are compounds consisting of chains of carbon atoms connected by single bonds. A few simple rules apply to the proper naming of these organic molecules.

Alkynes are a highly reactive class of organic compounds. Alkynes contain one or more carbon-carbon triple bonds.

The decline in populations of bees and other flying pollinators in the US and Europe may be due to air pollution destroying the perfumes of flowering plants.

Could a fungus solve the world's energy problems? A species discovered in Patagonia by Dr. Gary Strobel of Montana State University, might someday do the trick.

Even with the bad news about what may be in our favorite grilled foods, there are ways to minimize the damage done by the harmful substances referred to as PAHs.

Pneumonia is an inflammatory disease of the lung that can be difficult to diagnose.

Cancer causing acrylamides are a source of concern for many people, especially during the barbeque season. Learn how to reduce acrylamides and increase peace of mind.

Blacktop driveways are not concrete driveways. Because of this, they endure the elements differently. At some point, the need arises for a blacktop repair job.

In Ancient Greece, the Oracle of Delphi was an important part of life. She would administer mysterious prophecies, presumably under the influence of toxic gases.

When glaciers flow over continents, they leave their mark. One unlikely place where glaciation is evident is the African continent.

Researchers have recently found evidence pointing to at least two unmarked graves in the area surrounding one of the Manson's family's ranches and are now looking to dig.

The foreign policy of the Obama Administration looks to make drastic changes to U.S.-Iranian relations in order to confront the reality of competing global superpowers.

Most scientists believe that oil comes from organic material that has been transformed by Nature over a very long period of time.

Hydrocarbons, Benzene, Alcohol, Plastic, Amines are all organic, carbon-containing chemicals.

With applications in laundry detergents, nuclear power and hydrogen-powered vehicles, zeolites are chemicals of the future in the present

What are the different kinds of lipids? What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats? Read on and discover.

It's intuitive for children to wonder how things work and why things are in nature. Encouraging this type of curiosity can create future earth scientists.

A look at the lipid group of biological molecules. Including the fatty acids, triglycerides, phospholipids, glycolipids, waxes, lipoproteins and steroids.

Students use minds-on problem-based learning science investigation to find and drill for simulated oil, using sounding techniques similar to those used by geoscientists.

Fungal processes that have been a part of balanced ecosystems for thousands of years may prove vital to cleaning up humanity's environmental mistakes.

Did crude oil originate from inorganic constituents deep in the mantle of the earth? Or, was genesis from organic material lying at relatively lower depths.

Several organizations, researchers and analysts disagree with the idea that world oil production is approaching a terminal decline.

The most abundant element in the earth's crust and essential for respiration, Oxygen also gives us the ozone layer to protect us from UV and is a Greenhouse gas

To get tar off of their skin, California beach-goers use commercial solvents, oils, pumice, and other products. The tar mainly comes from seeping offshore oil deposits.

Some propose to substitute hydrogen for gasoline as the fuel source for automobiles. Hydrogen powered fuel cells are clean power sources but they may be too costly.

Carbon monoxide is a simple molecule which regularly gets a bad reputation in the press, but is continually useful in many parts of the chemical industry.

Integrated gas hydrate research and exploration efforts by the United States and India delineate potential reserves that out match known world deposits of natural gas.

This article explores the less recognized costs of extracting oil in northern Alberta, from water pollution to increases in cancer and other diseases.

Defining a true essential oil can be complicated; concretes, absolutes, resins, resinoids and oleoresins are not essential oils but do have uses, primarily in perfumery.

The first article in this series tracked the origins of unrefined petroleum, key uses, and supply and demand. Dig deeper into oil, politics, and energy alternatives.

Question: what's in premium gas that costs an extra 20 cents? Answer: not much.

Green cleaning has numerous benefits over conventional cleaning methods. Learn how to clean naturally with this handy green housekeeping reference.

Possible origins and sources of organic chemicals on the early Earth providing the organic soup that gave rise to life.

Closely related in atomic structure to the common metals iron, cobalt and nickel are a group of six others, which are among the rarest.

Yerba mate has been enjoyed for centuries in South America; now, it is popular worldwide. This popularity may be more the result of marketing than real benefit, however.

Boaters can make a difference in reducing marine engine emissions. Good management improves fuel economy, reduces carbon loads and lowers pollution caused by boats.

Ethanol, with all of its problems, is a costly, stop-gap replacement for gasoline. The alternatives to ethanol are being developed in biotechnology laboratories.

A little larger than the planet Mercury, Saturn's largest moon, Titan, has a significant nitrogen atmosphere but is cold enough for lakes of liquid methane.

A few simple changes can help you reduce your individual impact on the environment while you beautify your landscape.

There has long been a search for life outside of Earth. Scientists in the past have tagged Venus and Mars as potential candidates for having at least some form of life.

Bioremediation involves the use of living organisms to clean up the environment.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently fined BP Products North America Inc. a record amount for Clean Air Act violations in a refinery fire and an oil spill.

Cold weather is linked to increased exposure to poisonous carbon monoxide gas in boaters. There are a number of safety precautions that can be taken.

There has been a lot of hype about hydrogen fuel cells for years, and now there really is a vehicle that runs on hydrogen. However, it is not a "big" advance.