naphthenic
/næfˈθɛnɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or derived from naphthenes, a group of cyclic hydrocarbons found in petroleum.
- Some naphthenic compounds are used in the production of synthetic rubber.
- Naphthenic acids can cause corrosion in oil pipelines.
- The refinery processes naphthenic crude oil to produce lubricants.