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Naphtha is a general term that can maybe be several different things or products. While white gas is a naphtha, it isn't the only one. #2 diesel fuel and Jet "A" are both mid-distillates but they aren't the same product!
You're correct in that they aren't the same product for sure. Diesel fuel #2 and jet Fuel are much closer to kerosene and are a far cry from Naptha. Do a google search for Naptha and you'll find:
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Naphtha is used primarily as feedstock for producing high octane gasoline (via the catalytic reforming process). It is also used in the petrochemical industry for producing olefins in steam crackers and in the chemical industry for solvent (cleaning) applications. Common products made with it include lighter fluid, fuel for camp stoves, and some cleaning solvents.
no mention of jet fuel or diesel fuel. And as I stated earlier we can buy NAPTHA or so it says on the pump or as we normally call it White gas at the pump at our local gas station.