Definitions of words and terms used in the gas processing industry.
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A paraffinic hydrocarbon compound having the chemical formula C4H10.
A liquefied hydrocarbon consisting predominately of butane and/or butylenes which is of marketable quality.
A liquefied hydrocarbon consisting predominately of normal butane and isobutane which is produced at a gas processing plant.
A paraffin hydrocarbon compound having the chemical formula C4H10 and having all its carbon atoms joined in a straight chain.
An olefin hydrocarbon compound having the chemical formula C4H8.
A valve which permits flow around a process, system, or piece of equipment.
The amount of heat produced by the combustion of a quantity of material. See Heating Value.
An apparatus which is used to determine experimentally the heating value of a combustible material.
Extremely fine particles of almost pure amorphous carbon usually produced from gaseous or liquid hydrocarbons.
A colorless gas having the formula CO2.
A chemical compound having the formula COS, a member of the aldehyde groups containing a carbonyl group and sulfur.
An upset condition where liquids or solids are present in a separator overhead stream.
The natural gas that collects in the annular space between the casing and the tubing in oil wells.
A contract relating to the purchase and sale of casinghead gas.
A substance which promotes or alters chemical reactions without itself undergoing a permanent chemical change.
A vessel holding sodium hydroxide or other alkalis through which a mixture flows for removal of sulfides, mercaptans, or acids.
A processing installation having two or more sources that provides one or more functions.
The non-uniform flow through a portion of a packed bed or tower.
An alternative name for a heat exchanger which cools process fluids with a refrigerant.
A method of analysis that is used to determine the composition of a hydocarbon mixture by component.
A visual test made against fixed standards to determine specification compliance of the liquid clarity.
The chemical process of rapid oxidation caused by reaction of oxygen from the air with the material that is being burned.
A liquefied hydrocarbon consisting predominately of butane and/or butylenes which is of marketable quality and complies with GPA Publication 2140 specifications.
A liquefied hydrocarbon product consisting predominately of propane and/or propylene and ready for end use.
The ratio of the pressure to the product of temperature, molar density, and the molar gas constant. (insert equation)
