bitumen

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Plant resins released aromatic compounds and sesquiterpenoids, while bitumen produced naphthenic compounds.

From Science Daily • Mar. 16, 2026

Similar to Canadian diluted bitumen, it’s poorly suited for long-term storage because it can separate in salt caverns over time, Toronto-based oil market researcher Rory Johnston told Barron’s.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

It is more breathable but is often installed where a highly-resistant underlay like bitumen felt is already present, stopping vapour from escaping.

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2024

Volatile dilutants added to the heavy bitumen from Alberta enable it to flow through the pipeline.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024

A solution of black hair has deposited a black matter containing bitumen, sulphur, and iron; and alcohol extracted from the same coloured hair a whitish and a grayish-green oil.

From Curiosities of Medical Experience by Millingen, J. G. (John Gideon)