Hydrocarbons Collection

Milford Haven at sunset, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Wales, UK
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Orion nebula. Coloured composite infrared and visible light image of the Orion nebula M42. This emission nebula, a cloud of gas and dust in which starbirth takes place

Cubane molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of cubane (C8H8). Atoms are represented as colour-coded spheres (carbon, grey; hydrogen)

Pumpjack with dramatic chinook sky, Alberta, Canada
Silhouette of a pump jack with a colourful dramatic Chinook sky, west of Airdrie; Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack in a field, Alberta, Canada
Pumpjack in a field in the foothills and the snow-covered Rocky mountains in the background with a glowing sky at sunset; Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack at sunrise
Silhouette of pumpjack in snow-covered area with an orange starburst sun at sunrise; Longview, Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack at sunset; Alberta, Canada

Pile of coal. Coal is a type of fossil fuel. When it is burned it releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which contributes to global warming

Lycopene molecule, tomato pigment
Lycopene. Computer graphic of lycopene, the red carotenoid pigment of tomatoes, rose hips and many other berries, and flowers of the pot marigold, Calendula officinalis

Lump of coal, close up

Ceil Well, Baku - Azerbaijan - producing Petrol and naphta. Date: circa 1905

Pierre Eugene Marcellin Berthelot (1827-1907) French organic chemist and politician. Berthelot worked on explosives and dyes

Benzene molecule C016 / 8874
Benzene, molecular model. Benzene consists of a ring of six carbon atoms (black), each with an attached hydrogen atom (green). It is a highly flammable colourless liquid with a characteristic smell

Liquid hydrocarbons on Titan, artwork C016 / 6324
Liquid hydrocarbons on Titan, computer artwork. Lake of liquid ethane (upper centre) on Titan, the largest moon of Saturn

Coal silos C018 / 0045
Coal silos at Avonmouth coal terminal, Avon, UK

Henri Victor Regnault French physicist and chemist (1810-78). He worked with Liebig and succeeded Gay-Lussac as professor of chemistry at the Ecole Polytechnique in Paris

Oil sand
MODEL RELEASED. Oil sand. Gloved hands holding oil sand from the Athabasca oil sands deposits in northern Alberta, Canada. Oil sands are a form of bitumen deposit

Formation of fossil fuels, artwork C017 / 8034
Formation of fossil fuels. Computer artwork showing how fossil fuels, such as coil, oil and gas, are formed. Fossil fuels are rich in hydrocarbons

Benzene molecule, artwork
Benzene molecule, molecular model. Benzene is an aromatic organic compound that consists of a ring of six carbon atoms, each with an attached hydrogen atom

Bitumen being poured onto a surface. Bitumen is a product of the refining of crude oil. Crude oil is a mixture of hydrocarbons that is heated to separate it into parts called fractions

Lubricating oil
Heavy lubricating oil being poured onto a watch glass. Lubricating oil is a product of the refining of crude oil. Crude oil is a mixture of hydrocarbons that is heated to separate it into parts

Saturn from its moon Titan
Saturn from Titan. Artwork of the planet Saturn, viewed from above its largest moon Titan. Titans surface is ice and rock, but it has a thick atmosphere of nitrogen and organic compounds

Ice towers on Titan, artwork. Titan is the largest moon of Saturn. It has an atmosphere of nitrogen with dense clouds of hydrocarbons that are thought to form liquid oceans on the surface

Clouds on Titan, artwork. Titan is the largest moon of Saturn (ringed planet at upper right). Titans atmosphere is predominantly nitrogen

Spiral galaxy NGC 7331. Spitzer Space Telescope infrared image of the spiral galaxy NGC 7331. This galaxy lies around 50 million light years from Earth in the constellation Pegasus

Bag of coal. This coal is used for lighting open fires. Coal is a type of fossil fuel. When it is burned it releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which contributes to global warming

Biopile hydrocarbon pollution clean-up
Biopile. This is a facilities that economically clean up soils that have been contaminated with hydrocarbons such as gasoline, diesel and jet fuels

Huygens probe landing on Titan, artwork

Liquid hydrocarbons on Titan, artwork
Liquid hydrocarbons on Titan, computer artwork. Lake of liquid ethane on Titan, the largest moon of Saturn. Spacecraft surveys of Titans north polar region have found evidence for hydrocarbon seas

Arene film, AFM
Arene film. Coloured atomic force micrograph (AFM) of a thin arene film on a graphite substrate. An arene is an aromatic hydrocarbon compound such as benzene or naphthalene

Benzene molecule
Benzene. Computer-generated model of a molecule of benzene (C6H6). The benzene molecule contains six carbon atoms (coloured white) arranged in the form of a ring

Helicene chiral hydrocarbon
Helicene molecule. A helicenes is a hydrocarbon formed of linked aromatic benzene rings. The rings are flat, but the physical presence of other rings in the structure forces the molecule into a

Petrol constituent n-octane molecule
n-Octane. Molecular model of the hydrocarbon n- octane (formula: C8H18). The atoms are spherical and colour-coded: carbon (blue) and hydrogen (white)

Hydrocarbon hexahelicene molecule
Hexahelicene. Molecular model of the hydrocarbon hexahelicene (formula: C26H16). The atoms are spherical and colour-coded: carbon (blue) and hydrogen (white)

Methane hydrate. Computer model of the structure of methane hydrate, also known as methane ice or methane clathrate. It consists of a molecule of methane

Isomers of butane. Molecular model of two isomers of butane (C4.H10). Isomers are chemicals with the same atoms, but different molecular arrangements

Barentsburg, Svalbard, Norway (rr)
Andrew Stewart / SpecialistStock

Titan and Saturn. Artwork showing Titan (left) and a crescent view of Saturn (right) and its rings. Titan, the largest moon of Saturn, has a diameter of 5150 kilometres

Naphtha Fire Near Baku
Naphtha on fire near Baku : at this date, the term is used to define any naturally occurring hydrocarbons

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Hydrocarbons, the building blocks of our energy-driven world, encompass a vast array of fascinating elements and phenomena. From the mesmerizing Orion nebula to the intricate Cubane molecule, their significance stretches far beyond mere chemical compounds. In Ceil Well, Baku - Azerbaijan, hydrocarbons take center stage as they are transformed into valuable resources like petrol and naphta. The sight of pumpjacks against a dramatic Chinook sky in Alberta, Canada evokes both awe and appreciation for these vital substances that power our lives. Whether it's witnessing a pumpjack silhouetted against a vibrant sunrise or bathed in the warm hues of sunset, we are reminded of hydrocarbons' ceaseless presence in our daily existence. These captivating images serve as visual reminders that beneath Earth's surface lies an abundance waiting to be harnessed. Just as Lockheed AH-56A Cheyenne and Hawker Hunter aircraft soar through the skies with unparalleled speed and precision, hydrocarbons propel us forward on an ever-evolving journey towards progress. Their versatility knows no bounds; from powering vehicles to generating electricity, they fuel innovation across industries. As we delve deeper into understanding hydrocarbons' intricacies—such as those found within the Hawker Hunter FR-10—we unlock new possibilities for sustainable energy solutions. Exploring their potential not only fuels scientific curiosity but also drives us towards a greener future where renewable alternatives can coexist harmoniously. So let us marvel at the wonders of hydrocarbons—their cosmic connection exemplified by Orion nebula's ethereal beauty—and appreciate their role in shaping our world. As long as there is exploration and discovery, these remarkable compounds will continue to ignite progress while reminding us of nature's boundless capacity for creation.