Petrochemistry
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noun.
The chemistry of petroleum and its derivatives.
noun.
The branch of geochemistry that deals with the chemical composition of rocks.
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noun.
The branch of
chemistry
that deals with
petroleum
,
natural gas
and their
derivatives
.
Word Usage
"This fact has contributed to a better understanding of the most important reactions in petrochemistry."