CV Lattes
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Abstract
Petroleum can be divided into four major fractions known as Saturates, Aromatics, Resins, and Asphaltenes (SARA). Asphaltenes, defined as molecules insoluble in n-alkanes and soluble in aromatic compounds, are the most polar and highest molecular weight components present in petroleum, forming nanoparticles dispersed in the oil. During oil production, variations in composition, temperatur…