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Paraffin
Definition
A waxy crystalline flammable substance obtained especially from distillates of wood, coal, petroleum or shale oil that is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons. Paraffin is used chiefly in coating and sealing.
A waxy crystalline flammable substance obtained especially from distillates of wood, coal, petroleum or shale oil that is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons. Paraffin is used chiefly in coating and sealing.