hydrocarbon
/ˌhaɪdroʊˈkɑrbən/
noun
- A chemical compound made only of hydrogen and carbon atoms, found in fuels like oil and natural gas.
- Scientists are developing ways to turn plant materials into renewable hydrocarbons.
- When hydrocarbons burn completely, they produce carbon dioxide and water.
- Gasoline is a mixture of different hydrocarbons that burn to power cars.