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What is tar typically produced from?
What is tar typically produced from?
- Coal, wood, petroleum, and peat (correct)
- Fossil hydrocarbons only
- Wood and peat
- Petroleum and peat
Which term can be used interchangeably with 'tar'?
Which term can be used interchangeably with 'tar'?
- Naphtha
- Mineral pitch
- Asphalt
- Pitch (correct)
What is the difference between 'tar' and 'pitch'?
What is the difference between 'tar' and 'pitch'?
- 'Pitch' is made from coal, while 'tar' is made from wood
- 'Tar' is more liquid, while 'pitch' is more solid (correct)
- 'Tar' is used for water repellent coating, while 'pitch' is used in food flavoring
- 'Pitch' is viscous, while 'tar' is not
What is 'Rangoon tar' also known as?
What is 'Rangoon tar' also known as?
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What are oil sands colloquially referred to as?
What are oil sands colloquially referred to as?
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Study Notes
Tar Production and Terminology
- Tar is typically produced from the carbonization of organic materials, such as wood or fossil fuels, through processes like pyrolysis or destructive distillation.
- The term 'tar' can be used interchangeably with 'asphalt,' which refers to a viscous mixture used for paving and roofing.
Differences between Tar and Pitch
- Tar is a thick, dark liquid with a variety of uses, including in sealing and waterproofing.
- Pitch, while also viscous, is a more solidified form of tar that is often used in the production of roofing materials and for various industrial applications.
Additional Relevant Terms
- 'Rangoon tar' is also known as 'Burmese tar,' recognized for its unique properties and specific applications.
- Oil sands are colloquially referred to as 'tar sands,’ highlighting their tar-like composition and the extraction processes used to obtain oil.
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Test your knowledge of the terminology related to tar, pitch, and asphalt in this quiz. Learn about the production and uses of these substances derived from organic materials through destructive distillation.
