* Also known as petrol

* Most common type of fuel for cars and motorcycles

* Made from crude oil

* Highly flammable

* Has a high octane rating, which means it resists knocking in engines

Kerosene

* Also known as paraffin

* A type of fuel oil

* Used for heating homes and cooking

* Also used in jet engines

* Less flammable than gasoline

* Has a lower octane rating

Diesel

* A type of fuel oil

* Used for powering trucks, buses, and other heavy vehicles

* Also used in some cars

* Less flammable than gasoline

* Has a very high octane rating

Other types of fuels

* Ethanol is a type of alcohol that can be used as a fuel. It is made from plants, such as corn or sugarcane.

* Biodiesel is a type of fuel that is made from vegetable oil or animal fat.

* Natural gas is a type of fossil fuel that is made up of mostly methane. It is used for heating homes and cooking, and can also be used as a fuel for vehicles.

* Propane is a type of fossil fuel that is made up of mostly propane. It is used for heating homes and cooking, and can also be used as a fuel for vehicles.