ABSTRACT

Supported by numerous illustrations and references, this book describes the chemistry and physics that occur during the refinery operations, and how the properties of petroleum can be translated into predictability in refinery scenarios. The chapters discuss such topics as: the composition of petroleum, petroleum analysis and evaluation; metals and

chapter 1|38 pages

The Composition of Petroleum

chapter 2|24 pages

Petroleum Analysis and Evaluation

chapter 3|40 pages

Metals and Heteroatoms in Heavy Crude Oils

chapter 4|18 pages

Asphaltenes and the Structure of Petroleum

chapter 6|26 pages

Heavy Oil Upgrading Processes