释义 |
reforming noun (-s) Etymology: from gerund of reform (I) : cracking of various hydrocarbon oils or gases to form specialized products: as a. : cracking of petroleum naphtha or straight-run gasoline of low octane number usually to form gasoline containing lighter constituents and having a higher octane number — compare hydroforming b. : cracking of natural gas or other hydrocarbon gases often in the presence of steam to reduce the heating value or to produce hydrogen |