Crude Oil Emulsions: Composition Stability and Characterization

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AvE4EvA, 2013. 230 p. — ISBN 978-953-51-0220-5, DOI: 10.5772/2677.This book deals with some important topics related to petroleum such as its chemical composition and stability. Some new technologies for petroleum characterization are also introduced. This book is aimed at researchers, chemical engineers and people working within the petroleum industry.The stability of crude oil on aging and transportation is governed by several factors and these factors are included within this book.ContentsPrefaceAsphaltenes - Problems and Solutionsin E&P of Brazilian Crude OilsPetroleum AsphaltenesAdsorption and Aggregation of Asphaltenes in Petroleum Dispersed SystemsNatural Surfactants from Venezuelan Extra Heavy Crude Oil - Study of Interfacial and Structural PropertiesThermodynamic Models for the Prediction of Petroleum-Fluid Phase BehaviourAnalysis of Polar Components in Crude Oil by Ambient Mass SpectrometryDetermination of Metal Ions in Crude OilsCrude Oil by EPREffects of Crude Oil Contaminated Water on the EnvironmentFactors Affecting the Stability of Crude Oil EmulsionsTailored Polymer Additives for Wax (Paraffin) Crystal Control