Description

Petroleum: Its History, Occurrence, Production, Uses And Tests (1915) is a comprehensive guide to the history, occurrence, production, uses, and testing of petroleum. Written by George T. Walker, the book provides a detailed overview of the oil industry, including the discovery of oil, the geological processes that lead to the formation of oil reserves, and the methods used to extract and refine oil. The book also covers the many uses of petroleum, from fuel for transportation and heating to the creation of plastics and other materials. In addition, it provides information on the various tests used to determine the quality and purity of petroleum products, including viscosity, flash point, and specific gravity. Overall, Petroleum: Its History, Occurrence, Production, Uses And Tests is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and science of the oil industry, as well as those involved in the production, refining, and use of petroleum products.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.