ozokerite

• Wachsartiges Mineral aus einer Mischung von Kohlenwasserstoffen, das oft in der Nähe von Erdöllagerstätten vorkommt; einige Sorten werden zur Herstellung von Ceresin und Kerzen verwendet.

A waxy mineral composed of a mixture of hydrocarbons, often found alongside petroleum deposits; certain types are utilized in the production of ceresin and candles.

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1. C2formalscientific

   A naturally occurring, waxy mineral composed of a mixture of hydrocarbons, often found in association with petroleum deposits.

   Wachsartiges Mineral

   • Ozokerite is mined in some regions and used in industrial applications.
   • The waxy texture of ozokerite makes it useful for producing ceresin.
   • Historically, ozokerite was used in candle making before synthetic alternatives.

   Synonymemineral waxozocerite