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Which component of crude oil is responsible for its distinct aromatic odor?
Aromatics
Which component of crude oil is a mix of polar compounds?
Resins
Which component of crude oil is characterized by its saturated structure and can be in a cyclic form?
Naphthenes
Which component of crude oil is less soluble in oil and has a complex structure?
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Which components are the main components of crude oil and are characterized by their saturated structure?
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Which theory is the most widely accepted explanation for the formation of oil?
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What type of organisms are believed to be the primary source of oil formation?
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What happens to the remains of marine organisms that settle on the ocean floor?
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What role do layers of sediment play in the formation of oil?
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What is another name for crude oil?
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