Category Archives: Earth Sciences & Geology

What is the ultimate source of energy in oil?

By pcgumban | December 12, 2009

whatwhat asked: I have this question that was on an environmental science exam and the answer is solar energy is the ulitmate source of energy in oil. I can’t seem to figure out why and how that is the answer. Any ideas???Ty

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What is the latest/best technology in extracting oil from oilshale?

By pcgumban | May 13, 2009

Ilooklikemyavatar..exactly asked: So far, I’ve heard of Raytheon’s and Shell’s techniques. How many dollars per barrel can the best process yield. We have 2 trillion barrels of oil in Colorado. While I am all for alternative energy and love the environment, I believe our country will enter a crisis in a very [...]

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What is the best way to get rid of used vegetable oil?

By pcgumban | May 6, 2009

crymeariver asked: Since I recycle I don’t want to take a milk jug full of vegetable oil and throw it away so what’s the best way to get rid of it, is there another way?Terence

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What are some good things about Oil energy?

By pcgumban | March 26, 2009

gabster341 asked: I have a science project due soon and i need to know some good things about oil energy. Please if you know any good facts, tell me ASAP!!!!Erik

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