Crude Oil Quiz
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Which component of crude oil is responsible for its distinct aromatic odor?

  • Resins
  • Aromatics (correct)
  • Naphthenes
  • Paraffins

Which component of crude oil is a mix of polar compounds?

  • Aromatics
  • Resins (correct)
  • Paraffins
  • Naphthenes

Which component of crude oil is characterized by its saturated structure and can be in a cyclic form?

  • Paraffins
  • Naphthenes (correct)
  • Aromatics
  • Resins

Which component of crude oil is less soluble in oil and has a complex structure?

<p>Asphaltenes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which components are the main components of crude oil and are characterized by their saturated structure?

<p>Paraffins and Naphthenes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theory is the most widely accepted explanation for the formation of oil?

<p>Organic Theory: Oil is formed from the remains of ancient marine organisms. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of organisms are believed to be the primary source of oil formation?

<p>Marine organisms like plankton and algae (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the remains of marine organisms that settle on the ocean floor?

<p>They undergo chemical changes due to heat and pressure. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do layers of sediment play in the formation of oil?

<p>They contribute to the heat and pressure needed for the formation of oil. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for crude oil?

<p>Petroleum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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