kerogen

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Synonyms: aerogen, perogen

Antonyms: aerogen, perogen

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Noun

1. any [[organic]] matter present in a [[sedimentary rock]] that is [[insoluble]] in [[organic]] [[solvent]]s; the [[precursor]] of [[oil]] and [[natural gas]]

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