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Petroleum deposits are found in greater quantities in which state-Maine or Oklahoma?

Petroleum deposits are found in greater quantities in Oklahoma compared to Maine. Oklahoma is one of the top oil-producing states in the U.S., with significant reserves and active drilling operations, while Maine has much lesser oil production and reserves.


What is the top of an oil fractionating column is?

The top of an oil fractionating column is where the lighter hydrocarbon fractions, such as gases and light liquids, are collected and removed from the column. This process separates the different components of crude oil based on their boiling points.


At the top of an oil reservoir is a layer of?

sedimentary rocks that act as a cap, preventing the oil from escaping upwards.


Top 5 minerals and rocks found in Arkansas?

Quartz - Arkansas is known for high-quality quartz crystals, often found in the Ouachita Mountains. Bauxite - The state is a significant source of bauxite, the primary ore of aluminum. Novaculite - A type of chert used for making sharpening stones, commonly found in the Ouachita Mountains. Magnetite - Magnetite deposits can be found in various parts of Arkansas, particularly in the Ozark Plateau region. Barite - Arkansas is also a notable producer of barite, a mineral used in the oil and gas industry.


Which part of the world is most silver found?

Silver is most commonly found in Mexico, Peru, China, Australia, and Russia. These countries are among the top producers of silver in the world due to their rich mineral deposits and extensive mining operations.

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Why are gas deposit found on top of oil deposit?

the gas is collect above the oil because it has less dense


Petroleum deposits are found in greater quantities in which state-Maine or Oklahoma?

Petroleum deposits are found in greater quantities in Oklahoma compared to Maine. Oklahoma is one of the top oil-producing states in the U.S., with significant reserves and active drilling operations, while Maine has much lesser oil production and reserves.


What source does Butane come from?

It comes from refining oil. As does gasoline, diesel fuel, ect. When crude oil is heated the purest fuels rise to the top of the tower that they heat it in. Butane is close to the top. It is then drawn out though piping close to the top. Gasoline and diesel fuel are towards the bottom. Further purifcation processes are included afterward. Hope this was sufficient.


When engineers drill into earth and find a supply of both oil and natural gas do they find oil on natural gas or natural gas on oil?

Natural gas on top of the oil. Natural gas is less dense.


What companies have made the most money?

These are the top 10 richest companies as of 2011.Walmart (retail sales)Exxon Mobile(oil & gas)Royal Dutch Shell(oil & gas)BP(oil & gas)Sinopec(oil & gas)Toyota (vehicles)Petro China(oil & gas)Total S.A.(oil & gas)Chevron(oil & gas)Japan Post Holdings (oil & gas)


Why is there fire on top of oil rigs?

Fire on top of oil rigs occurs to burn off the natural gas if it is not economically feasible to capture it.


What is the definition of oil rim?

In petroleum engineering, an oil rim field is an oil field with a relatively thin oil zone below a gas cap. At the edges of the reservoir there will ususally be an area where the top of the reservoir is below the gas/oil contact, thus forming a "rim" containing only oil, with no overlying gas.


Can sulfur be found in Louisiana?

Yes, sulfur can be found in Louisiana. The state has natural sulfur deposits, particularly in areas with petroleum and natural gas production. Louisiana is one of the top sulfur-producing states in the United States.


Is oil found on land?

There have been a few occasions on which oil has been found on top of soil. However, most oil is removed from underground using wells.


What are the top three economic activities in Alaska?

Fur trade, oil, and gas. :)


Which countries produces gas and oil?

Many countries are oil producers. The top three are:Saudi ArabiaRussiaUnited States


What are Colorado's top 5 natural resources?

Natural gas, oil, and coal make up the top three.