hydrocarbon
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Definitions
n.
An organic chemical compound made up of only carbon and hydrogen atoms.
碳氢化合物,烃
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Hydrocarbons are found abundantly in crude oil and natural gas deposits.
- 2.
The combustion of hydrocarbons releases energy used to power engines.