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Refined oil

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The oil has been treated to remove water and other impurities to separate gasoline and diesel fuels.

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Refinery

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A place where crude oil is converted into useful products.

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Reformation

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A movement in western Europe beginning in 1517, when many Christians broke away from the catholic church and started protestant churches. this led to mutual hostility and religious wars that tore apart Europe.

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Refugee

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Refugee: a person who has fled to another country searching for safety because of war or political or religious oppression.