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Many hydrocarbons are used as fuels. Some examples of hydrocarbon fuels are the components of gasoline; methane, which is the main ingredient of natural gas; and some components of wood.
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The G7 ministers also called on all countries to refrain from imposing unjustified export restrictions on hydrocarbons and related products.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Oil fires can also release sulphur and nitrogen oxides, which can form acids if they dissolve in rainwater, as well as other harmful hydrocarbons, metallic compounds and droplets of oil.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
The company needs to demonstrate that the pivot back to hydrocarbons will boost returns, the group said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
These are hydrocarbons, meaning they are made only of carbon and hydrogen atoms.
From Science Daily • Feb. 12, 2026
Storage of the chlorinated hydrocarbons, as we have seen, is cumulative, beginning with the smallest intake.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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