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Linear Alpha Olefins. See alpha olefins. |
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Low-density polyethylene. See polyethylene. |
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Linear low-density polyethylene. See polyethylene. |
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| Leaching |
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The process of extracting a soluble material by percolating a liquid through it to dissolve the material. Later the liquid and dissolved materials are separated by various means. Leaching is used to remove salts from ores. |
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| Loop slurry |
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A.k.a. Chevron Phillips Chemical Slurry Loop Process. A proprietary process for making polyethylene. |
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