Into the Outdoors: Decoding the Science of Crude Oil
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Explore the science behind the formation of crude oil from ancient sea creatures. This episode also discusses the associated geologic processes that are responsible for it collecting in reservoirs that can be tapped into by humans. Part of the "Into the Outdoors" series.
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Runtime: 5 minutes 28 seconds
- Topic: Business, Science
- Subtopic: Earth Sciences, Energy, Geology
- Grade/Interest Level: 4 - 8
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- Release Year: 2013
- Producer/Distributor: Discover Mediaworks
- Series: Into the Outdoors
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