Summary of Jet Fuel VS Diesel VS Gasoline how they burn and what color are they.

Video Summary

The video, presented by Curtis, explores the combustion characteristics and colors of various fuels, specifically Jet fuel, Diesel, Heating oil, Kerosene, aviation Gasoline (100 low lead), and regular Gasoline. Curtis aims to debunk myths about the flammability of Jet fuel and demonstrate the differences among these fuels through live demonstrations.

Scientific Concepts and Discoveries

Flammability of Fuels: The video highlights that different fuels have varying flammability based on their composition and physical state (liquid vs. atomized).
Atomization: Jet fuel requires atomization (breaking into fine mist) to ignite and burn effectively, unlike Diesel and Gasoline, which can burn more readily.
Color and Composition:
- Jet fuel is clear or straw-colored.
- Diesel has a yellow-green hue and is thicker than Jet fuel.
- Heating oil is dyed red to indicate it is tax-exempt.
- Kerosene can also be dyed red and can be used in Diesel engines.
- Aviation Gasoline (100 low lead) is dyed blue and contains lead to enhance octane rating.
- Gasoline is yellow and burns well due to its volatility.

Methodology

Fuel Testing:
- Each fuel was tested for its ability to ignite and sustain combustion.
- Various methods were used, including dropping matches into the fuels and using a propane torch.
- Observations were made on the color, viscosity, and burning characteristics of each fuel.

Key Points

Jet fuel, Diesel, Heating oil, and Kerosene are chemically similar and can be used interchangeably in some applications, but their physical properties affect their combustion.
The presence of dyes in some fuels serves to indicate tax status and prevent misuse.
Gasoline and aviation Gasoline require spark plugs for ignition, while Diesel and Jet fuel rely on atomization for combustion.

Featured Researchers or Sources

Curtis (the presenter)

No specific researchers or scientific sources were mentioned in the video.

Notable Quotes

— 12:39 — « I did burn this jet fuel using a spray nozzle; however, these three will burn the same way: the heating oil, diesel, and kerosene all will do the same thing and they're in the same family. »

— 13:47 — « Diesel burn is actually better than jet fuel. »