Olefiant
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Definition
(a.) Forming or producing an oil; specifically, designating a colorless gaseous hydrocarbon called ethylene.
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Examples
- It is called olefiant gas, and contains equal measures of hydrogen gas and carbon vapour; its specific gravity is 0. Frederick C. Bakewell. Great Facts.
- One pound of common oil yields about 15 feet of olefiant gas. Frederick C. Bakewell. Great Facts.
- Olefiant gas, made from oil, burns with a brighter and purer light than common coal gas, but it is more costly. Frederick C. Bakewell. Great Facts.
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