Current Issue 2024 Non-Renewables

_____ is formed from the remains of ancient marine organisms buried under layers of sediment and rock.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Which of the following is a major use of petroleum?

• Transportation

• Agriculture

• Construction

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2

What is the classification of petroleum according to the worksheet?

• Renewable

• Nonrenewable

What percentage of U.S. energy consumption was from petroleum in 2021?

• 35.07%

• 23.77%

• 36.06%

What percentage of U.S. energy production was from petroleum in 2021?

• 35.07%

• 23.77%

• 36.06%

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2

Explain how petroleum and natural gas were formed according to the diagram.

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-1

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

What is the average depth of today's oil wells?

• 6,000 feet

• 10,000 feet

• 20,000 feet

• 30,000 feet

Which state produces more oil than any other state in the U.S.?

• Texas

• New Mexico

• North Dakota

• Alaska

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-1

What percentage of U.S. crude oil production is produced by the top five states?

• 50%

• 60%

• 71%

• 80%

What is the first stop for oil after being pumped from a well?

• Refinery

• Tank farm

• Pipeline

• Pump station