Abstract:Most aspects of petroleum research, exploration, and refining require elemental analysis from trace to minor elemental concentrations. Numerous elements ranging from atomic numbers 15 to 92 can be found in many crudes. Elements such as vanadium, iron, nickel, copper, and arsenic can have deleterious effects on the catalysts utilized in the catalytic cracking process. Other elements purposely introduced as additives into finished lubricating oils must also be measured and controlled. Typically elements such as … Show more
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