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What is the primary component of crude oil?
What is the primary component of crude oil?
- Proteins
- Hydrocarbons (correct)
- Water
- Minerals
Why must a suitable oil reservoir, or 'trap', be formed during oil exploration?
Why must a suitable oil reservoir, or 'trap', be formed during oil exploration?
- To prevent sedimentary rock formation
- To accumulate oil and gas for extraction (correct)
- To collect plastic products
- To store water for cooling
What role do drilling towers (derricks) play in the oil extraction process?
What role do drilling towers (derricks) play in the oil extraction process?
- They line the well with steel casings
- They transport crude oil to refineries
- They cool the drill bit
- They support the drilling equipment (correct)
How is raw crude oil transported from the reservoir to storage tanks?
How is raw crude oil transported from the reservoir to storage tanks?
What is a method used to identify potential oil deposits before drilling?
What is a method used to identify potential oil deposits before drilling?
Flashcards
Crude Oil
Crude Oil
An oily liquid found deep in Earth's crust. A mixture of hydrocarbons, used for energy and chemicals.
Oil Reservoir
Oil Reservoir
A geological formation where oil accumulates and can be located.
Oil Exploration
Oil Exploration
The process of finding and evaluating potential oil deposits using aerial photos and drilling.
Oil Drilling
Oil Drilling
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Offshore Exploration
Offshore Exploration
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