Application Notes:
 

oxygenate


is an organic chemical compound whose molecular structure contains oxygen in addition to carbon and hydrogen. Certain oxygenates, such as MTBE, ethanol, and methanol, may be added to motor gasoline to reduce carbon monoxide (CO) emissions in automobile exhaust. Oxygenates reduce harmful emissions by providing excess oxygen to promote more complete combustion of the fuel.

Also see emissions (automotive).

 

 

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