👉 Gasoline is a petroleum-based liquid fuel primarily composed of hydrocarbons, specifically alkanes and aromatic compounds, with an average molecular weight around 200-220 g/mol. It is a crucial energy source for transportation, powering internal combustion engines in vehicles, as well as being used in heating systems and industrial processes. Gasoline's unique properties, such as its high octane rating (which prevents premature engine knocking), make it ideal for use in modern engines. It is typically refined from crude oil through processes like distillation and catalytic cracking, resulting in a blend of different hydrocarbon molecules that provide the necessary energy for combustion.
