(par 6.3.2.1.1.5) Petrolium (WWF)
Petroleum http://wwf.panda.org/about_our_earth/teacher_resources/webfieldtrips/climate_change/petroleum/ © WWF / Peter Prokosch Petroleum literally means ‘rock oil’. It exists in the upper strata of the Earth’s crust, and is mainly a complex mixture of hydrocarbons. Today, petroleum has transformed the world we live in. It provides the bulk of our energy and fuel requirements In fact, petroleum accounts for 90 […]
(par 6.3.2.1.1.4) Paraffin Overview
Paraffin Overview https://www.crownoil.co.uk/guides/paraffin-guide-uses-history-more/ Paraffin comes in both liquid and solid form and is used throughout the UK in a wide range of industries. It’s an extremely versatile product, and so has a wide range of uses including heating oil, beauty products, candles and medicines. When looking for heating oil, you may have come across the terms […]
par 6.3.2.1.1.4 Paraffin dangers and health and socioeconomic consequences
Paraffin dangers and health and socioeconomic consequences Urgent need for policy action https://www.researchgate.net/publication/349964504_Paraffin_dangers_and_health_and_socioeconomic_consequences_Urgent_need_for_policy_action Abstract Illuminating paraffin (kerosene) is the primary cooking fuel for approximately two million South Africans. The highly flammable and toxic fuel is burnt in poorly made stoves that are prone to malfunction and are associated with accidental fires, burns and household air […]