Petroleum Coke

 Petroleum coke, often abbreviated as pet coke, is a carbonaceous solid derived from petroleum refining or other cracking processes. It is a black or dark gray solid composed primarily of carbon, along with small amounts of hydrogen, sulfur, nitrogen, and other elements. Petroleum coke has a high carbon content, typically ranging from 80% to 90%, making it a valuable source of carbon in industrial applications. Here are some key points about petroleum coke: 1. Formation: Petroleum coke is formed during the distillation of crude oil in refineries. It is produced when heavy residual oil undergoes thermal decomposition at high temperatures in a process called coking. This process breaks down large hydrocarbon molecules into smaller ones, resulting in the formation of coke. 2. Types: There are two main types of petroleum coke: fuel-grade coke and calcined coke.     a. Fuel-grade coke: This type of coke is used as a fuel in various industries, such as power generation and ce...