Oil Sands Technologies Quiz

What is the primary purpose of the Inu Inu group of technologies?

• To recover deep and viscous bitumen

• To mine shallow oil sands

• To transport oil to refineries

• To refine crude oil

Which technology involves the use of steam to reduce the viscosity of bitumen?

• Cyclic Steam Stimulation

• Horizontal Drilling

• Toe to Heel Air Injection

• Hydraulic Fracturing

Who invented the Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) process?

• Dr. John Smith

• Dr. Roger Butler

• Dr. Michael Brown

• Dr. Emily Johnson

What is a significant environmental concern associated with the SAGD process?

• Use of toxic chemicals

• Excessive land disturbance

• High greenhouse gas emissions

• Creation of tailings ponds

What percentage of water used in the SAGD process is typically recycled?

• 95-100%

• 80-95%

• 60-70%

• 50-60%