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1. Energy Difference

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   The energy difference ($\Delta E$) is a fundamental concept in physics and chemistry quantifying the net change in potential energy or kinetic energy between two distinct, quantifiable states of a system (thermodynamics)/). It represents the minimum energy required to cause a transition between these states, or conversely, the energy released upon relaxation from a higher-energy state to a lower one. This concept is central to understanding processes ran…

2. Fuel

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   Liquid fuels, predominantly derived from petroleum (e.g., gasoline, kerosene, heavy fuel oil), offer superior volumetric energy density and simplified pumping mechanisms for continuous operation. Their primary characteristics are volatility (ease of vaporization) and resistance to auto-ignition, quantified by the [Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP)](/entries/reid-vapor-pres…