Butane (C_4H_(10))
Term · Energy · MLC-T-ENE-000203
A straight-chain or branch-chain hydrocarbon extracted from natural gas or refinery gas streams, which is gaseous at standard temperature and pressure. It includes isobutane and normal butane and is designated in ASTM Specification D1835 and Gas Processors Association specifications for commercial butane.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENE-000203 |
|---|---|
| Field | Energy |
| Subject | Petroleum |
| References | EIA Glossary |
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