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The paraffin series, also known as the alkane series, is a group of hydrocarbons in which each member molecule contains one more methylene group (-CH2-) than the previous member. They are chemically unreactive, saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH2n 2. The term paraffin is derived from two Latin words, parum (little) and affinis (affinity), reflecting their very low reactivity. The first four members of the series are methane, ethane, propane, and butane.

Chestnut-colored refers to a shade of brown that resembles the color of the nut from a chestnut tree. It is a rich, warm brown, often with a reddish tint.

Tarabulus al-Gharb, commonly known as Tripoli, is the capital city and the largest city of Libya. It is located in the northwestern part of the country on the edge of the desert, on a point of rocky land projecting into the Mediterranean Sea and forming a bay. The name Tarabulus al-Gharb translates to Tripoli of the West, to differentiate it from its sister city Tripoli, Lebanon, often referred to as Tarabulus al-Sham, meaning Tripoli of the East.

Tawny-brown is a dark yellowish-brown color, often similar to the color of tanned leather or lions fur. Its a warm earth tone defined by its slight undertones of orange or red. This hue can vary in darkness but its generally known for being a rich medium or dark brown with a noticeable tinge of tan or gold.