Bob,
Oil forms when plants and other organic matter are buried and decay over long periods of time. The organic molecules break down into simpler hydrocarbons, and forms a layer in the geologic record that's rich in oil. Hope that helps!
Oil forms when plants and other organic matter are buried and decay over long periods of time. The organic molecules break down into simpler hydrocarbons, and forms a layer in the geologic record that's rich in oil. Hope that helps!
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Dinosaurs. Old ones. They've been under a lot of pressure.
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trees